Romantic Spain: A Record of Personal Experiences (Vol. I) by John Augustus O'Shea
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"Romantic Spain: A Record of Personal Experiences (Vol. I)" by John Augustus O'Shea is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work focuses on the author's personal experiences and observations during a tumultuous period in Spain, capturing the political and social atmosphere of the time, particularly around the establishment of the Spanish Republic after the abdication of King Amadeus. O'Shea's passionate affinity for Spain allows him to explore the
country's rich culture, complexities, and the fervent sentiments of its people amidst their ongoing political struggles. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for O'Shea's explorations and reflections on Spain, beginning with a humorous self-assessment as he grapples with his inclination for adventure while bound by the constraints of duty. As he prepares to write about Spain, he contrasts his desire for dynamic experiences with the monotony he perceives in his current surroundings in London. He recounts his impending journey, filled with observations of the landscape and hints of the political intrigue awaiting him upon arrival. The prose is laced with wit and personal anecdotes, drawing readers in as O'Shea muses on the unique character of both the Spanish landscape and its populace, foreshadowing the intricate tapestry of political and cultural narratives to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | O'Shea, John Augustus, 1840-1905 |
|---|---|
| Title | Romantic Spain: A Record of Personal Experiences (Vol. I) |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Digital & Multimedia Center, Michigan State University Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal |
| Subject | Spain -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34753 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-34753-0 |
| Release Date | Dec 25, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 621 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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