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A concise history of Spain /
Engaging history of the rich cultural, social and political life of Spain from prehistoric times to the present.
| Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
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| Autores principales: | , |
| Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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Cambridge :
Cambridge University Press,
2010.
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| Colección: | Cambridge concise histories.
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| Acceso en línea: | Texto completo |
| Sumario: | Engaging history of the rich cultural, social and political life of Spain from prehistoric times to the present. The rich cultural and political life of Spain has emerged from its complex history, from the diversity of its peoples, and from continual contact with outside influences. This book traces that history from prehistoric times to the present, focusing particularly on culture, society, politics, and personalities. Written in an engaging manner, it introduces readers to the key themes that have shaped Spain's history and culture. These include its varied landscapes and climates; the impact of waves of diverse human migrations; the importance of its location as a bridge between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, and between Europe and Africa. Religion also plays a role, including militant Catholicism and its centuries of conflict with Islam, Judaism, and Protestantism, as well as debates over the place of the church in Spain. Illustrations, maps, and a guide to further information including major cultural figures and places to see, make the history of this fascinating country come alive. -- From publisher. |
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| Descripción Física: | 1 online resource (xiii, 345 pages) : illustrations, maps |
| Bibliografía: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9781139779067 1139779060 9780511780400 0511780400 1283715821 9781283715829 9781139776028 1139776029 1139782053 9781139782050 1316087948 9781316087947 1139793446 9781139793445 1107253764 9781107253766 1139777548 9781139777544 |