The supernatural in early Spanish literature Studied in the works of the court of Alfonso X, el Sabio

"The Supernatural in Early Spanish Literature" by Frank Callcott is an academic exploration of supernatural beliefs as shown in the writings from Alfonso X, El Sabio. It gives understanding into the views of medieval Spanish society about supernatural occurrences, revealing a meaningful historical and literary legacy. Initially, the book shares the author's purpose to examine the appearance of supernatural beliefs in the literature from Alfonso X's court, and the monarch's works provide a deeper look into early Spanish culture. The text introduces Alfonso's court as a center for intellectualism blending different cultural impacts, and it prepares for an extensive study. This study considers how aspects like miracles of the Virgin Mary relate to the general population during that period, while implying a relationship and intermix of traditions, religious faith, and natural aspects, encouraging consideration of the historical roots of supernatural beliefs in medieval Spain.