Spain by Wentworth Webster
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"Spain" by Wentworth Webster is a geographical and cultural account written in the late 19th century. The work explores the diverse provinces of Spain, delving into its geography, climate, natural resources, and the unique attributes of its various regions. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the country's physical and social landscape, highlighting the distinctions between different areas, from the northern provinces to the southern coast. At the start of the
book, the author addresses the complexities involved in accurately portraying Spain due to its varied geography and the unreliable nature of official statistics. The opening portion outlines the geographical layout of Spain, discussing its boundaries, climate variations, and the significance of its mountain chains and river systems. The text emphasizes how these physical features shape not only the environment but also the cultural and political aspects of the populations living in different provinces, setting the groundwork for a thorough exploration of Spain's multifaceted identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Webster, Wentworth, 1829-1907 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 04025773 |
| Title | Spain |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif, Michigan University Library and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal |
| Subject | Spain -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Spain -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Spain -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34875 |
| Release Date | Jan 7, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 594 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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