Impressions of Spain by Albert Frederick Calvert
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"Impressions of Spain" by Albert Frederick Calvert is a collection of personal travel writings penned in the early 20th century. This work serves as a reflective account of the author's various journeys across Spain, offering vivid descriptions of the people, landscapes, and cultures he encounters. Calvert’s perspective seeks to shed light on the charm and complexities of Spain, a country rich in history and misunderstood by many. The opening portion of the
text sets the stage for Calvert's exploration, providing a thoughtful preface about his admiration for Spain and its people. He introduces the geographical and historical context of the country, touching upon its tumultuous past and the resilience of the Spanish character. The author expresses enthusiasm for the kindness and hospitality he has experienced from the Spanish people during his travels. Following this introduction, he begins to delve into specific aspects of his travels, aiming to share both his appreciation and a deeper understanding of the nation. Overall, this narrative promises readers an engaging and personal insight into the diverse facets of Spanish life, from its history and architecture to the everyday experiences of its people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Calvert, Albert Frederick, 1872-1946 |
|---|---|
| Title | Impressions of Spain |
| Contents | Introductory -- Madrid -- El Escorial -- Barcelona -- On the east coast -- A peep into Murcia -- Toledo and Córdova -- The Castiles -- Granada and the Alhambra -- Seville -- In southern Andalusia -- The Basque provinces -- In northern Spain -- Bull-fighting -- The Picture Gallery, Madrid -- Viva el Rey -- Mining. |
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Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.8 (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 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59944 |
| Release Date | Jul 18, 2019 |
| Last Update | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 786 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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