El Cid | Themes
The Cantor de mio Cid tells the story of a Spanish warrior who, disinherited by his king and driven from his lands, finds wealth, social success, validation, and acceptance through his great military prowess and strength of character.
Nobility and Class
An epic about a highly successful social climber, the Cantar de mio Cid has much to say about the concept of nobility. For example, the Infantes de Carrión are characterized as members of the upper nobility, they have vast land-holdings and enjoy high status in King Alfonso's court. They marry the Cid's...
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