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Uniform Title: The Alhambra. Spanish
Title: Cuentos de la Alhambra
Note: Reading ease score: 39.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Josep Cols Canals, Ramon Pajares Box and the
Distributed Proofreading team at DP-test Italia.
Summary: "Cuentos de la Alhambra" by Washington Irving is a collection of short stories written in the early 19th century. The book explores the enchanting feelings and reflections of the author during his visit to the Alhambra, a palace and fortress complex in Granada, Spain, known for its architectural beauty and historical significance. Through a blend of travel narrative and folklore, Irving captures the romance and nostalgia of the site while delving into its exotic tales and legends. At the start of the collection, Irving recounts his journey to Spain, accompanied by a friend, highlighting the rugged beauty of the Spanish landscape and setting the stage for their experiences. As they travel from Sevilla to Granada, the text captures their anticipation and excitement, leading to their arrival at the majestic Alhambra. Irving paints a vivid picture of the landscapes, local customs, and the rich historical background of the Alhambra, establishing a sense of wonder. The opening sets a tone of adventure and reverie, indicating that the stories to come will intertwine personal memories and local legends, inviting readers to explore both the physical and mystical realms of this iconic site. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Irving, Washington, 1783-1859
Translator: Lamarca, Luis
EBook No.: 52262
Published: Jun 7, 2016
Downloads: 117
Language: Spanish
Subject: Spain -- Social life and customs
Subject: Spain -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject: Alhambra (Granada, Spain)
Subject: Irving, Washington, 1783-1859 -- Travel -- Spain
Subject: Alhambra (Granada, Spain) -- Fiction
Subject: Palaces -- Spain -- Granada
Subject: Palaces -- Spain -- Granada -- Fiction
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Uniform Title: The Alhambra. Spanish
Title: Cuentos de la Alhambra
Note: Reading ease score: 39.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Josep Cols Canals, Ramon Pajares Box and the
Distributed Proofreading team at DP-test Italia.
Summary: "Cuentos de la Alhambra" by Washington Irving is a collection of short stories written in the early 19th century. The book explores the enchanting feelings and reflections of the author during his visit to the Alhambra, a palace and fortress complex in Granada, Spain, known for its architectural beauty and historical significance. Through a blend of travel narrative and folklore, Irving captures the romance and nostalgia of the site while delving into its exotic tales and legends. At the start of the collection, Irving recounts his journey to Spain, accompanied by a friend, highlighting the rugged beauty of the Spanish landscape and setting the stage for their experiences. As they travel from Sevilla to Granada, the text captures their anticipation and excitement, leading to their arrival at the majestic Alhambra. Irving paints a vivid picture of the landscapes, local customs, and the rich historical background of the Alhambra, establishing a sense of wonder. The opening sets a tone of adventure and reverie, indicating that the stories to come will intertwine personal memories and local legends, inviting readers to explore both the physical and mystical realms of this iconic site. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Irving, Washington, 1783-1859
Translator: Lamarca, Luis
EBook No.: 52262
Published: Jun 7, 2016
Downloads: 117
Language: Spanish
Subject: Spain -- Social life and customs
Subject: Spain -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject: Alhambra (Granada, Spain)
Subject: Irving, Washington, 1783-1859 -- Travel -- Spain
Subject: Alhambra (Granada, Spain) -- Fiction
Subject: Palaces -- Spain -- Granada
Subject: Palaces -- Spain -- Granada -- Fiction
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.