Author |
Davillier, Ch. (Charles), baron, 1823-1883 |
Illustrator |
Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883 |
Title |
Omwandelingen door een gedeelte van Spanje De Aarde en haar volken, 1868
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Original Publication |
Netherlands: H. D. Tjeenk Willink & Zn.,1918.
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Note |
Reading ease score: 59.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Credits |
Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg
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Summary |
"Omwandelingen door een gedeelte van Spanje" by baron Ch. Davillier is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. The work chronicles the author's explorations through Spain, with detailed observations about its architecture, historical sights, and local customs. It invites readers on a vivid journey through cities like Sevilla, focusing on landmarks such as the Alcázar and the Casa de Pilatos, illustrating the rich history and beauty of Spanish culture. At the start of the narrative, the author introduces the Alcázar of Seville, highlighting its beauty and comparative significance to the Alhambra, before delving into its history, architectural features, and artistic elements, including stunning gardens adorned with water features. Davillier also touches on cultural figures like Peter de Wrede and Maria van Padilla, showcasing the enduring tales and legends that intertwine with these historic sites. The opening portion sets a tone of admiration for Spanish heritage, combining travel description with historical narrative to engage the reader's imagination and curiosity about Spain's past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
Dutch |
LoC Class |
DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal
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Subject |
Spain -- Description and travel
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
69384 |
Release Date |
Nov 19, 2022 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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