
audiobook
by Sister Juana Inés de la Cruz
OBRAS SELECTAS DE LA CELEBRE MONJA DE MEJICO, SOR JUANA INES DE LA CRUZ, PRECEDIDAS DE SU BIOGRAFIA Y JUICIO CRÍTICO SOBRE TODAS SUS PRODUCCIONES, POR JUAN LEON MERA
ADVERTENCIAS.
OBRAS SELECTAS DE LA MONJA DE MEJICO.
ROMANCES.
DECIMAS.
REDONDILLAS.
GLOSAS.
QUINTILLAS.
SONETOS.
CANCIONES.
Listeners are invited to step into the world of a remarkable 17th‑century Mexican nun whose mind defied the limits imposed on women of her time. Through a brief, vivid biography, the narrator sketches her upbringing in New Spain, her entrance into the convent, and the intellectual circles that nurtured her prodigious talent. The story highlights how she turned theological study into a daring exploration of love, knowledge, and the nature of the soul.
The collection then presents a selection of her poetry and prose, chosen for their lyrical power and philosophical depth, accompanied by a thoughtful critical commentary that situates each piece within the broader currents of Spanish Golden Age literature. Listeners will hear the sharp wit of her satirical verses, the tenderness of her love poems, and the bold arguments of her famous defense of women's rights. Together, biography, critique, and original texts create an immersive portrait of a voice that still resonates across centuries.
Language
es
Duration
~7 hours (431K characters)
Release date
2024-07-21
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1651–1695