Notas de un himno
work by Zorrilla de San Martín
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Notas de un himno (1876), or "Notes for a Hymn," is an early work by Uruguayan poet Juan Zorrilla de San Martín. This poem, which deals with themes of sadness and patriotism, reflects the influence of the Spanish Romantic poet Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer. It is considered to set the tone for Zorrilla de San Martín's subsequent poetic output, including his famous historical verse epic, Tabaré. The work aligns with the broader Romantic movement in Latin American literature, which often explored national themes and emotional depth.12
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