Self-examination of one's own thoughts and feelings.

Duality of being; the concept of having two conflicting aspects within oneself.

A policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or other means.

Identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, especially to the exclusion or detriment of the interests of other nations.

The theory or practice of emphasizing the regional characteristics of a culture or economy.

The process by which a person or persons acquire the social and psychological characteristics of a group.

The process of being relegated to the fringe of society.

New and unusual or experimental ideas, especially in the arts, or the people introducing them.

Unity or agreement of feeling or action, especially among individuals with a common interest; mutual support within a group.

A group of Spanish writers, thinkers, and intellectuals active around the time of the Spanish-American War.

A Latin American literary movement that emphasized aesthetic beauty and exoticism.

A short novel or long short story.

Self-examination of one's own thoughts and feelings.

Duality of being; the concept of having two conflicting aspects within oneself.

A policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or other means.

Identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, especially to the exclusion or detriment of the interests of other nations.

The theory or practice of emphasizing the regional characteristics of local history, culture, etc.

The process of adapting or adjusting to the culture of a group or nation.

The process of being excluded or treated as insignificant.

The perception of a person or entity by the public.

A person's true self, hidden from the public.

A Latin American literary movement emphasizing aestheticism and exotic themes.

A group of Spanish writers concerned with Spain's national identity and decline.

Spain's social and political issues, and its identity crisis after losing its colonies.

It's a call for Latin American unity and resistance against foreign powers.

It's a critique of Theodore Roosevelt's imperialistic actions in Latin America.

Emphasis on avant-garde aesthetics, beauty, and exoticism; art for art's sake.

Focus on Spain's social and political issues, as well as its identity crisis; introspection and national identity.

The complexities of faith, doubt, and the human condition, explored through the internal conflict of a priest.

The tense relationship between a father and son in a harsh environment, delving into isolation and madness.

The rise of American imperialism and intervention in Latin American affairs.

Machado reflects on his life journey, the paths he's taken, and the people he's met.

The need for Latin American unity and independence, emphasizing cultural and intellectual growth.

It reflects the broader existential anxieties and crisis of faith prevalent in the Generation of '98.