Resilience and Romance: Allegory and Courtly Love in Florante at Laura by Francisco Balagtas
Keywords:
Florante at Laura, Francisco Balagtas, allegory, courtly love, colonialism, resistance, Filipino literature, literary analysisAbstract
This study delves into the intricate layers of Francisco Balagtas's epic poem "Florante at Laura," examining its allegorical, formal, and thematic dimensions within the context of Filipino literature. Through an analysis of seminal works, the research explores the allegorical representation of colonialism and resistance, the influence of the Awit form on narrative structure, and the portrayal of courtly love themes. By unveiling the underlying allegorical motifs embedded in Balagtas's work and tracing the evolution of courtly love in Filipino literary tradition, this study contextualizes Balagtas's utilization of the Awit form within the broader spectrum of Philippine poetry. Additionally, insights into the socio-political and cultural contexts of "Florante at Laura" enhance our understanding of Balagtas's literary craftsmanship and the socio-political landscape of colonial Philippines. Through synthesizing these analyses, this study sheds light on the enduring significance of "Florante at Laura" in shaping Filipino literature.
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