Spain and Her Colonies, Compiled from the Best Authorities

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Wilberforce, Archibald

Series:

The world's best histories

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

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.)

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

Notes:

Reading ease score: 53.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-07-30