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Author: Daniel Brown

Daniel Brown is a Hispanophile from Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Spanish professor at Western Illinois University, where he coordinates the Teacher Education Programs in Foreign Languages. Daniel holds a PhD in Hispanic Languages and Literatures from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Masters of Arts in Teaching degree from Marquette University. His main research interests are 18th and 19th century Spanish peninsular literature.
Caribbean, Mexico, Nature, Tours2 Comments

Tour Review: Xenotes Enigmatic Waters by Xcaret

March 8, 2022March 9, 2022 Daniel Brown

Quite possibly the best way to experience cenotes in the Cancún area Continue reading Tour Review: Xenotes Enigmatic Waters by Xcaret

Mexico, Travel

I Just Traveled to Cancún Over Christmas, in the Middle of A Pandemic

January 4, 2022January 5, 2022 Daniel Brown

While Mexico’s busiest city might get a few things “wrong,” there are many things it gets right, too Continue reading I Just Traveled to Cancún Over Christmas, in the Middle of A Pandemic

Mexico, Photo of the Week, TravelLeave a comment

Photo of the Week: Tulum

January 3, 2022 Daniel Brown

These spectacular Mayan ruins are a few hours drive south of Cancún Continue reading Photo of the Week: Tulum

Mexico, Photo of the Week, ReligionLeave a comment

Photo of the Week: Holy Hill National Shrine of Mary, Help of Christians

December 13, 2021December 14, 2021 Daniel Brown

Basilica in Wisconsin commemorates Día de la Virgen de Guadalupe Continue reading Photo of the Week: Holy Hill National Shrine of Mary, Help of Christians

history, Literature, Poetry, Spain5 Comments

¡Feliz cumpleaños, Carolina Coronado!

December 12, 2021December 13, 2021 Daniel Brown

The Spanish romantic poet was born on this day in 1820 Continue reading ¡Feliz cumpleaños, Carolina Coronado!

Language Learning, Reflections2 Comments

Is It Possible to Dream in Spanish?

December 9, 2021December 13, 2021 Daniel Brown

A few thoughts on using a language subconsciously Continue reading Is It Possible to Dream in Spanish?

Art, history, MexicoLeave a comment

¡Feliz cumpleaños, Diego Rivera!

December 8, 2021December 8, 2021 Daniel Brown

The well-known Mexican muralist was born on this day in 1886 Continue reading ¡Feliz cumpleaños, Diego Rivera!

Chile, Culture, history, LiteratureLeave a comment

On This Day in Hispanic History: The Death of José Donoso

December 7, 2021December 7, 2021 Daniel Brown

The Chilean writer died 25 years ago today: December 7, 1996 Continue reading On This Day in Hispanic History: The Death of José Donoso

Mexico, Photo of the Week, Travel5 Comments

Photo of the Week: Teotihuacán

December 6, 2021December 7, 2021 Daniel Brown

These pre-Columbian ruins are a photographer’s dream Continue reading Photo of the Week: Teotihuacán

Film, Immigration, MexicoLeave a comment

Short film: “Águilas”

November 30, 2021 Daniel Brown

Award-winning documentary from Kristy Guevara-Flanagan and Maite Zubiaurre is chilling look at the tireless volunteers who search for human remains of Latino immigrants in the desert Continue reading Short film: “Águilas”

Photo of the Week7 Comments

Photo of the Week: Chichén Itzá

November 29, 2021November 29, 2021 Daniel Brown

Today, I begin a new feature on Hispanophilia: The Photo of the Week. As the name suggests, at the beginning of each week, I’ll upload a single photo from one of my travels, with minimal description. All photos are my … Continue reading Photo of the Week: Chichén Itzá

Costa Rica, Culture, Mexico, Spain2 Comments

Checking Out the Milwaukee Public Museum’s Representations of Pre-Columbian and Hispanic Cultures

November 29, 2021November 29, 2021 Daniel Brown

While some presentations seem dated, fascinating art and artifacts remain Continue reading Checking Out the Milwaukee Public Museum’s Representations of Pre-Columbian and Hispanic Cultures

Film, Immigration, Mexico, Sports3 Comments

Movie Review: “McFarland, USA”

November 15, 2021November 16, 2021 Daniel Brown

The emotional story of Mexican immigrants who start a successful cross country program is based on a true story Continue reading Movie Review: “McFarland, USA”

Film, Religion, SpainLeave a comment

Movie Review: “The Way”

October 8, 2021December 14, 2021 Daniel Brown

“You don’t choose a life. You live one.” Continue reading Movie Review: “The Way”

Art, Chicago, MexicoLeave a comment

Art Exhibition Review: “Toward Common Cause: Art, Social Change, and the MacArthur Fellows Program at 40”

October 4, 2021October 7, 2021 Daniel Brown

Art from Wendy Ewald and Amalia Mesa-Bains in Weinberg/Newton Gallery Gives Poignant Glimpse of Chicago’s Vibrant Mexican Community Continue reading Art Exhibition Review: “Toward Common Cause: Art, Social Change, and the MacArthur Fellows Program at 40”

Caribbean, Fashion, Mexico, Poetry4 Comments

In Praise of the Guayabera

September 5, 2021September 5, 2021 Daniel Brown

When you love something, it’s easy to write poetry in its honor Continue reading In Praise of the Guayabera

Art, Culture, SpainLeave a comment

Art Exhibition Review: “Americans in Spain: Painting and Travel, 1820-1920”

August 27, 2021September 3, 2021 Daniel Brown

The Milwaukee Art Museum’s exhibition is a feast for any Hispanophile and art lover Continue reading Art Exhibition Review: “Americans in Spain: Painting and Travel, 1820-1920”

Art, Culture, Mexico7 Comments

Art Exhibition Review: “Frida Kahlo: Timeless”

August 27, 2021December 14, 2021 Daniel Brown

A chance to view the Mexican surrealist’s works first hand should not be missed Continue reading Art Exhibition Review: “Frida Kahlo: Timeless”

Literature, SpainLeave a comment

Book Review: “Imagined Truths: Realism in Modern Spanish Literature and Culture”

July 3, 2021July 3, 2021 Daniel Brown

In general, I try to keep my academic career separate from this website, but my stance on that may be changing a bit, since there’s quite a bit of overlap. This brief post is just to share a book review … Continue reading Book Review: “Imagined Truths: Realism in Modern Spanish Literature and Culture”

Culture, SpainLeave a comment

Contemplating Snobbery and Stereotypes Over Calimochos

June 28, 2021June 30, 2021 Daniel Brown

Embracing what’s good about another culture without following blindly Continue reading Contemplating Snobbery and Stereotypes Over Calimochos

Mexico, Sports, Study Abroad2 Comments

The Clásico That Changed My Life

June 28, 2021June 29, 2021 Daniel Brown

Reminiscing About the US vs. Mexico Soccer Rivalry and What It Means to Me Continue reading The Clásico That Changed My Life

Reflections, Religion, Spain, Study Abroad2 Comments

Ignacio de Loyola Was Shot in the Leg with a Cannonball

May 25, 2021May 27, 2021 Daniel Brown

500 years later, millions of us still feel its impact Continue reading Ignacio de Loyola Was Shot in the Leg with a Cannonball

Literature, Reflections, Spain, Study Abroad5 Comments

The Night I Met Benito Pérez Galdós in an Irish Pub in Madrid

May 18, 2021May 25, 2021 Daniel Brown

A visit to “La Fontana de Oro” played a pivotal role in my love of Spanish literature Continue reading The Night I Met Benito Pérez Galdós in an Irish Pub in Madrid

Culture, Literature, Reflections, Spain2 Comments

Fiestas, Bullfighting, and Wine

May 18, 2021June 21, 2021 Daniel Brown

The Portrayal of Spain in Hemingway’s “The Sun Also Rises” Continue reading Fiestas, Bullfighting, and Wine

Architecture, Art, Reflections, Spain7 Comments

The Milwaukee Art Museum: Santiago Calatrava’s Masterpiece

April 24, 2021June 21, 2021 Daniel Brown

Designed by famed Spanish architect, the museum alone is worth a visit to Milwaukee Continue reading The Milwaukee Art Museum: Santiago Calatrava’s Masterpiece

Fiction, Literature2 Comments

“Instrucciones para no respirar”

April 21, 2021December 14, 2021 Daniel Brown

An original work of flash fiction in Spanish Continue reading “Instrucciones para no respirar”

Film, Literature, SpainLeave a comment

Don Quijote’s Emulation vs. Captain America’s Imitation of Heroes

March 29, 2021April 16, 2021 Daniel Brown

A comparison of attempts to turn oneself into a legend Continue reading Don Quijote’s Emulation vs. Captain America’s Imitation of Heroes

Literature, Music, Religion, Spain1 Comment

Searching for God in the Darkness

March 25, 2021May 25, 2021 Daniel Brown

A meditation on “La noche oscura” (“Dark Night of the Soul”), by San Juan de la Cruz Continue reading Searching for God in the Darkness

Argentina, SportsLeave a comment

Gracias, Diego.

March 23, 2021May 18, 2021 Daniel Brown

Thoughts on the passing of a soccer legend Continue reading Gracias, Diego.

Art, Culture, Fiction, Literature, Reflections, Spain13 Comments

Reconsidering Don Quijote

March 22, 2021April 6, 2021 Daniel Brown

How a pandemic or mid-life crisis makes us return to the classics Continue reading Reconsidering Don Quijote

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