A collection of the legends of Spain, including a discussion of their sources in history and the Moorish influences upon them
The appearance, more than sixty years after the Spanish Civil War ended, of mass graves containing victims of Francisco Franco's death squads finally broke what Spaniards call "the pact of...
Area Handbook for Spain
Following a general introduction to Spain, its government, and the diversity of its people and geography, this volume follows Spain's unique history chronologically from the earliest archeological evidence.
Things Seen in Spain
Morris brings a maritime empire to life in this book that illustrates the city's place on a larger historical canvas. Venice Observed (Mary McCarthy, 1963). This snappy and engaging memoir details the Venetian ethos through the eyes of ...
This is the country's tragedy. La Violencia unveils this truth for the first time, exposing the bloody heart of Spain - from its origins in the ancient past to the Civil War and the current crisis in Catalonia.
Reproduction of the original: History of the Moors of Spain by M. Florian
Seven years after the publication of the first edition, Spain is still different, but it is changing, too-modernizing rapidly and participating as an active member of the European Union. While...
The most sacred place in the sanctuary was a small room on the north side , partially masked by a larger chamber . It housed the sacred image of Cybele , which was a rounded lump of stone , or betyl , and symbolised the earth itself .
Moorish Culture in Spain