Tauromaquia completa, ó sea, El arte de torear en plaza

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Tauromaquia completa, ó sea, El arte de torear en plaza

by Francisco Montes

ES·~5 hours·1 chapter

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1 total
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TAUROMAQUIA

5:57:29

Description

A thorough guide to the art of the bullring, this work blends the practical experience of a celebrated matador with a careful editorial hand. Readers are introduced to the fundamentals of fighting both on foot and on horseback, while a historical essay defends the cultural roots of the spectacle and explains why it remains a distinctive expression of the Spanish spirit.

The book also offers a handy glossary of essential terms, from “achazo” to “embroque,” ensuring newcomers can follow the action with confidence. In its final section the author proposes thoughtful reforms aimed at improving safety and fairness, inviting both aficionados and curious listeners to consider how tradition and innovation might coexist in the arena.

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Language

es

Duration

~5 hours (343K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Chuck Greif, Biblioteca Digital de la Comunidad de Madrid and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2020-08-24

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Francisco Montes

Francisco Montes

1805–1851

Remembered as one of Spain’s great early bullfighters, he helped shape modern bullfighting in the first half of the 19th century. His fame under the name "Paquiro" made him a lasting figure in Spanish popular culture.

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