Francisco Ayala. Tribute
Description
In March of 2006, the Spanish novelist, journalist, and sociologist Francisco Ayala celebrated his 100th birthday. This program provides students of literature with a compelling look at the writer's life and work. Rarely viewed archival photos and footage are combined with insightful commentary from literary scholars, including Antonio Sanchez, professor of literature at the University of Granada; Manuel Angel Vazquez, professor of Spanish literature at the University of Seville; and Carolyn Richmond, renowned anthologist and Spanish literature expert as well as Ayala's wife and translator. Ayala himself is also interviewed.
Runtime
13 min
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Geography
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Date of Publication
[2006], c2006
Database
Films on Demand
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