Romance de la Guardia Civil Española

Book • 1962
This poem, part of Lorca's 'Romancero Gitano', tells the story of a brutal conflict between a gypsy community and the Spanish Civil Guard.

It serves as a social commentary on the tensions between marginalized groups and the forces of order in Spain during Lorca's time.

The poem is rich in symbolism and allusions, offering a powerful critique of societal injustices.

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Mentioned by Sarah Wright as a poem by Lorca, which was criticized by Buñuel and Dalí.
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