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Daunt Books Children's Short Story Competition 2013

Spain and Portugal

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  The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes by Anon

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  This wonderful novella not only delighted readers across Europe after being banned by the Inquisition upon publication in 1554, it also redefined literature and along with Don Quixote laid the foundation for the modern novel. To this day it remains a vigorous and enjoyable read; Merwin's interpretation is first rate. A true Spanish classic.

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  The Peninsular War by Charles Esdaile

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  Esdaile's brilliant account of the monumental Napoleonic conflict that raged across 19th century Spain and Portugal is powerful, absorbing, and readable in the extreme.

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  Journey to Portugal by Jose Saramago

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  Driving cross-country in a rickety motor the great novelist goes in search of the true essence of what it means to be Portuguese. As one would expect from a writer of his stature the clarity of observation, and the entwining of past and present, is extraordinary. Whether celebrating or rueing the state of his native land, Saramago is never less than entertaining.