The diffusion of the Cid cult: a survey and a little-known document
Colin Smith
Abstract Tomb-cults (with which are to be associated family traditions, genealogical matters, and a variety of other aspects) epic heroes important for number reasons, among these being the fact they may tell us something about origin nature poems themselves. These questions have been well investigated France but still little studied in Spain. Both historical pseudo-historical or legendary traditions involved, latter predominating both quantity interest. After an introductory discussion, survey is undertaken cult Cid, protagonist Poema de mio Cid (1207?) national hero The aim not give full account all aspects, cover less well-known detail provide bibliographical indications aspects that already adequately explored. Genealogical matters examined first, then monasteries, churches towns was present. ‘little-known document’ forged will Navarrese prince, key text at monastery Santa Maria la Real Nájera San Pedro Cardeña.
Journal of Medieval History