| Author |
Calvert, Albert Frederick, 1872-1946 |
| LoC No. |
11013997
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| Title |
The Alhambra
being a brief record of the Arabian conquest of the Peninsula with a particular account of the Mohammedan architecture and decoration
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Alhambra" by Albert Frederick Calvert is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work serves as a comprehensive exploration of the Alhambra, a palace and fortress complex in Granada, Spain, detailing its architectural significance and the historical context of the Arabian conquest of the Iberian Peninsula. The book aims to provide readers with an illustrated souvenir of the Alhambra, showcasing its artistic brilliance and the legacy of Moorish culture in Spain. The opening of "The Alhambra" sets the scene with a Spanish rhyme praising both Seville and Granada. It introduces the book's purpose, revealing the author's intention to create a succinct and visually appealing record of the Alhambra's history and artistry for tourists and enthusiasts alike. Calvert discusses his difficulties in sourcing high-quality illustrations, ultimately relying on both his own photography and contributions from various artists and historians. He emphasizes the merging of visual beauty and historical depth, capturing the allure and enchantment of the Alhambra as a premier symbol of Moorish architecture and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
NA: Fine Arts: Architecture
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| Subject |
Alhambra (Granada, Spain)
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| Subject |
Islamic architecture -- Spain
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| Subject |
Islamic decoration and ornament -- Spain
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64822 |
| Release Date |
Mar 15, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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