Spain and Her Colonies, Compiled from the Best Authorities by Archibald Wilberforce
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| Compiler | Wilberforce, Archibald |
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| Title | Spain and Her Colonies, Compiled from the Best Authorities |
| Series Title | The world's best histories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | Spain in antiquity -- The caliphate of Cordova -- Medieval Spain -- Moorish Spain -- The Inquisition -- Their Catholic majesties -- United Spain -- Modern Spain -- Colonial Spain -- The fall of the an empire -- The Philippines -- The Hispano-American War -- Spanish art, literature, and sport. |
| Credits |
Produced by D A Alexander, Chuck Greif, Natrona County Public Library System, in Casper, Wyoming, for generously donating the books in this project to PG and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Spain and Her Colonies," compiled from the best authorities by Archibald Wilberforce, is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the rich and intricate history of Spain, covering various periods and significant events, from ancient times through the medieval era and the rise of the Spanish Empire, including the interactions with its colonies. The book appears to explore themes including cultural fusion, battles for power, and the evolution of Spanish identity. The beginning of the book introduces the topic of Spain's early history, particularly under Roman influence. It discusses the etymology of Hispania and the various cultures that impacted the Iberian Peninsula, including the Greeks, Phoenicians, and Goths. As it sets the stage for the ensuing chapters, it highlights Spain's transition into a Roman province and hints at the later conflicts involving Moorish rule. Through rich narrative and historical context, the opening portion establishes a foundation for understanding the complexities of Spain's development as a nation deeply influenced by various invaders and settlers throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal |
| Subject | Spain -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62786 |
| Release Date | Jul 30, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Aug 3, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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