El Si de Las Ninas
📘 About This Book
Leandro Fernández de Moratín fue un hombre de teatro en el sentido amplio de la palabra. A su condición de autor teatral hay que añadirle otros aspectos menos conocidos, pero que fueron tan importantes para él como éste y le ocuparon a veces más tiempo, esfuerzo y dedicación que sus propias obras. Fue Moratín uno de los fundadores de la historiografía teatral española. Sus Orígenes del teatro español, obra que dejó inédita y que fue publicada en 1830-1831 por la Real Academia de la Historia, es uno de los primeros estudios serios y documentados del teatro español anterior a Lope de Vega. Es también de gran interés el «Prólogo» a la edición parisina de sus obras en 1825, en donde resume, desde una perspectiva clasicista la historia del teatro español del siglo XVIII. Moratín fue también un activo impulsor de la reforma teatral de su tiempo.
📖 Summary
Leandro Fernandez de Moratin was a man of the theater in the absolute and comprehensive sense of the word. Beyond his well-known status as a playwright, his life and career were deeply intertwined with the critical study, historiography, and preservation of theatrical arts. This 2015 publication spanning 60 pages invites readers to explore the broader intellectual contributions of a figure who dedicated immense time, effort, and scholarly devotion to the foundation of Spanish theater history. While Moratins original fame rests on his dramatic creations, his legacy is equally anchored in his rigorous research and historical documentation. Among his monumental behind-the-scenes achievements is his work on the origins of Spanish theater, a foundational study that remained unpublished during his lifetime until it was brought to light by the Real Academia de la Historia. This text stands as one of the very first serious, deeply documented scholarly investigations into the state of Spanish theater prior to the era of Lope de Vega, showcasing Moratins meticulous approach to literary history and his commitment to tracing the evolution of dramatic performance in Spain. Further enriching his scholarly profile is the renowned prologue he penned for the Paris edition of his works. In this insightful introduction, Moratin expertly summarizes the trajectory of eighteenth-century Spanish theater through a distinctively classicist lens, offering a critical framework for understanding the aesthetic values, reforms, and ideological battles of his contemporary literary world. Through these critical writings, Moratin emerges not merely as a creator of entertainment, but as an intellectual architect who sought to shape how dramatic art was understood, valued, and preserved for future generations. This concise volume serves as a gateway into the multifaceted mind of a master of letters, highlighting how his dedication to theatrical historiography was just as vital to his identity as his creative output. For readers interested in the intellectual history of Spanish literature, the evolution of dramatic criticism, and the scholarly efforts required to establish a national theatrical tradition, this text offers a compelling window into the labors of a true pioneer of theater studies.
🎯 Key Lessons
⚖️ Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
Provides deep insight into the lesser-known scholarly side of a major theatrical figure.
Offers a concise and accessible overview of Spanish theatrical historiography.
Features classicist perspectives on eighteenth-century Spanish theater.
Highlights the foundational research behind early studies of pre-Lope de Vega drama.
⚠️ Cons
May feel too brief for readers seeking an exhaustive academic text.
Focuses heavily on historical context rather than acting as a standard play.
❓ FAQ
Who is the author of the book? +
The author is Leandro Fernandez de Moratin.
What genres does this book belong to? +
It falls under the general non-fiction genre.
When was this particular edition published? +
This edition was published in 2015.
How many pages does the book have? +
The book contains 60 pages.
What major historical contribution of the author is highlighted? +
His role as one of the founders of Spanish theatrical historiography and his early studies on pre-Lope de Vega theater.
