In Search of Duende (New Directions Pearls);

An excellent compilation of Lorca€s poetry and prose, emphasizing Lorca€s notion of the duende, the €œearth spirit of irrationality and death.€

The notion of €œduende€€•a demonic earth spirit embodying irrationality, earthiness, and a heightened awareness of death€•became a cornerstone of Lorca€s poetics. In Search of Duende gathers Lorca€s writings about the duende and three art forms susceptible to it: dance, music, and the bullfight. A bilingual sampling of Lorca€s poetry is also included, making this an excellent introduction to Lorca€s poetry and prose for American readers.