Question: Slate and read an excerpt from the book.)
Also you must read an excerpt from the book.

Answer: yes

Question: Here, also, the town tycoons transact business in the civilized Spanish over Sherry or brandy.
If you are lucky you can snap a picture with the richest men in town.

Answer: it is not possible to tell

Question: The surrounding landscape, with drystone walls, farmhouses, and the Rothay river valley, became a source of inspiration for their artistic endeavors.
Their art was influenced by the landscape and the Rothay river valley.

Answer:
yes