Peril and tradition mingle in this account of a thrilling season on the bullfighting circuit in the company of Spain's most dashing and tormented matador, Francisco Rivera Ordoez. Lewine explores one of the world's most venerable subcultures, steeped in ancient ritual, archetypal machismo and the feverish attentions of the tabloid press.
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Peril and tradition mingle in this account of a thrilling season on the bullfighting circuit in the company of Spain's most dashing and tormented matador, Francisco Rivera Ordoez. Lewine explores one of the world's most venerable subcultures, steeped in ancient ritual, archetypal machismo and the feverish attentions of the tabloid press.
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Like New. Size: 5x0x8; A brilliant observer in the tradition of Adam Gopnik and Paul Theroux, Edward Lewine reveals a Spain few outsiders have seen. There's nothing more Spanish than bullfighting, and nothing less like its stereotype. For matadors and aficionados, it is not a blood sport but an art, an ancient subculture steeped in ritual, machismo, and the feverish attentions of fans and the press.
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 272 p. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
Mr. Lewine's "Death and the Sun: A Matador's Season in the Heart of Spain" has its moments. Yes, the author is every bit as knowledgeable as the authors of the other books I have read about this subject. I have been reading quite a number of books about Matadores as of late so by the time I got to this one I realized I had somehow lost steam. I gave it 3 stars not for lack of writing abilty or knowldedge of the subject matter, but because the story mostly dealt with a present day bullfighter as opposed to the legendary names of the past, such as Manolete, Joselito, Juan Belmonte, etc. For some reason there seems to be more tragedy, more colorful tales when their stories are told. Mr. Edward Lewine is a true "aficionado" and deserves credit for his smooth writing. I did enjoy the book and for anyone interested on having a collection of these type of books it certainly would be a fine addition. Yes, I gave it a 3 star rating perhaps a little too unfairly but like I said, the past bullfighters and their stories attract me more. Never the less it is definitely a fun book to read and very detailed on explaining the whole experience of the art. Godd Job Mr. Lewine, do not judge my 3 stars too harshly. Ole!
