by Juan G. Atienza · Grijalbo · tapa dura · ISBN 9788425336300
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«El cáliz de la discordia» is the historical essay by Juan G. Atienza on the Grail myth, published by Grijalbo in hardcover (311 pages, in Spanish).
The essay approaches the Grail as a universal symbol, a myth claimed by different ideologies to legitimize their interests and thirst for power. Atienza traces the multiple forms and meanings of the Grail from the earliest cave paintings to medieval tournaments and current disputes, to recover its original sense.
The subtitle is «Miserias y esplendores del Grial». The book belongs to the «Huellas perdidas» collection by Grijalbo.
Recommended for readers interested in medieval history, symbolism and the legends surrounding the Grail.
