I attended Dr. Maria Rosa Menocal’s lecture and although found it confusing at times I also found myself pleasantly intrigued by her explanation of literature’s place in history. Menocal’s use of pictures was also extremely stimulating and helpful. By using Don Quixote as her subject I found it easier to keep up with her tour throughout Medieval Spain.
On a more personal level I was able to connect with Menocal’s lecture because of her constant reference to Toledo. I have always been fascinated with Spanish culture and traveled to Spain winter of my junior year of high school. In a little over a week we traveled to Madrid, Toledo, Seville, Granada, and Barcelona generally spending two or three days in each place. However we were only able to spend the day in Toledo. I was extremely disappointed because Toledo ended up being my favorite place. I felt as though Toledo embodied my vision of Spain. The city was absolutely picturesque and the ambiance made me feel right at home. It was interesting to learn how Arabic was widely spoken throughout Toledo. Overall Professor Menocal’s lecture brought me back to my own personal tour throughout present day Spain.
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