Cancionero de Baena
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The Cancionero de Baena is a significant collection of 15th-century Spanish poetry, compiled by Juan Alfonso de Baena. It features 583 poems, primarily courtly lyrics, by 55 different poets. This collection marks a shift from the earlier Galician-Portuguese troubadour tradition, incorporating more intellectual elements such as symbolism, allegory, and classical allusions. The themes explored in the Cancionero de Baena often delve into moral, philosophical, and political subjects, reflecting a more sophisticated approach to poetry compared to earlier works.12
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