num_pages: 327
description: "The Story of Spain" recounts this European nation's history and culture and is ideal for general readers and college-level courses. The author brings to life El Cid, Columbus, King Philip II, Cervantes, St. Theresa, Goya, Picasso and more. Chapters focus on ancient Iberia, the Roman era, Moorish Spain, discovery and conquest of America, Spain’s Golden Age and decline, the Spanish Civil War and Franco's dictatorship. This newly revised edition takes contemporary Spain through 2008. For travelers historic sites are listed; includes color photos and other illustrations, a dynastic chart, bibliography and index.
language: English
title: The Story of Spain: The Dramatic History of Europe's Most Fascinating Country
titlecomplete: The Story of Spain: The Dramatic History of Europe's Most Fascinating Country
genres: Spanish History, Historical, History, Travel, European History, Spanish Literature, Spain, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 263
publisher: Golden Era Books