Familiar Spanish Travels by William Dean Howells
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"Familiar Spanish Travels" by William Dean Howells is a travelogue structured as a personal account, likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative primarily explores the author’s long-held fascination with Spain, as he recounts his experiences traveling through various cities, interspersing autobiographical reflections throughout his journey. The opening of the work introduces readers to Howells' internal journey as he travels towards Granada, where he reflects on the intersection of his past
and present. He expresses a deep, autobiographical desire to reconnect with the Spain of his boyhood imagination, often contrasting it with his contemporary observations. His nostalgia for the tales of the Moors, and the enchantment initially inspired by reading "Don Quixote," serve as the backdrop to his reflections on identity and passion for Spanish culture. This lyrical beginning sets the tone for a rich exploration of both the landscapes and the complex history of Spain, merging personal longing with historical context as he travels through various regions, ultimately revealing his cherished perspective on the country. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920 |
|---|---|
| Title | Familiar Spanish Travels |
| Contents | Autobiographical approaches -- San Sebastian and beautiful Biscay -- Burgos and the bitter cold of Burgos -- The variety of Valladolid -- Phases of Madrid -- A night and day in Toledo -- The great bridiron of St. Lawrence -- Cordova and the way there -- First days in Seville -- Sevillian aspects and incidents -- To and in Granada -- The surprises of Ronda -- Algeciras and Tarifa. |
| Credits | Produced by Eric Eldred, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.7 (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. | 7430 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-07430-6 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 793 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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