Self-examination of one's own thoughts and feelings.

Duality of being; the concept of having two conflicting aspects within oneself.

A policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or other means.

Identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, especially to the exclusion or detriment of the interests of other nations.

The theory or practice of emphasizing the regional characteristics of a culture or economy.

The process by which a person or persons acquire the social and psychological characteristics of a group.

The process of being relegated to the fringe of society.

New and unusual or experimental ideas, especially in the arts, or the people introducing them.

Unity or agreement of feeling or action, especially among individuals with a common interest; mutual support within a group.

A group of Spanish writers, thinkers, and intellectuals active around the time of the Spanish-American War.

A Latin American literary movement that emphasized aesthetic beauty and exoticism.

A short novel or long short story.

It arose in response to Spain's social and political issues, particularly the loss of its colonies in 1898, leading to a national identity crisis.

Spain's social and political issues, and its identity crisis.

Avant-garde aesthetics, beauty, and exoticism; 'art for art's sake'.

The conflict between public image and private doubt, particularly concerning faith and religion.

It's a call for Latin American unity and independence, urging resistance against foreign powers and emphasizing cultural growth.

The poem directly criticizes Theodore Roosevelt's imperialistic actions in Latin America.

It explores the tense relationship between a father and son in the harsh environment of the Misiones jungle.

Reflection on life's journey and the human experience, often filled with vivid imagery and a sense of weariness.

The duality between San Manuel's public persona as a devout priest and his private doubts about faith highlights the complexities of human belief and the need for societal comfort.

Linear time refers to the progression of events, while circular time represents the repetitive nature of village life and the cyclical return to fundamental questions of faith and existence.

The poem reflects Modernismo through its use of rich imagery and its focus on critiquing contemporary socio-political issues, specifically American imperialism.

The Misiones jungle acts as a harsh and isolating environment, reflecting the psychological state of the characters and contributing to the story's themes of madness and the brutal nature of reality.

Spain's social and political issues, and its identity crisis after losing its colonies.

It's a call for Latin American unity and resistance against foreign powers.

It's a critique of Theodore Roosevelt's imperialistic actions in Latin America.

Emphasis on avant-garde aesthetics, beauty, and exoticism; art for art's sake.

Focus on Spain's social and political issues, as well as its identity crisis; introspection and national identity.

The complexities of faith, doubt, and the human condition, explored through the internal conflict of a priest.

The tense relationship between a father and son in a harsh environment, delving into isolation and madness.

The rise of American imperialism and intervention in Latin American affairs.

Machado reflects on his life journey, the paths he's taken, and the people he's met.

The need for Latin American unity and independence, emphasizing cultural and intellectual growth.

It reflects the broader existential anxieties and crisis of faith prevalent in the Generation of '98.