Picturesque Spain: Architecture, landscape, life of the people. by Kurt Hielscher
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| Author | Hielscher, Kurt, 1881-1948 |
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| Title | Picturesque Spain: Architecture, landscape, life of the people. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Summary | "Picturesque Spain: Architecture, Landscape, Life of the People" by Kurt Hielscher is a travelogue and photographic exploration written in the early 20th century. The work serves as a visual and narrative journey through Spain, highlighting its rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and the life of its people. It captures significant historical and architectural sites, including the famous Alhambra and the intricate details of Moorish and Christian influences that define the Spanish landscape. The opening of the volume sets a reflective tone as Hielscher recounts his five-year stay in Spain, which was propelled by the war that cut him off from home. He shares his delight in discovering Spain's beauty through extensive travels across the country, from the Pyrenees to the southern shores. Accompanied by his camera, he emphasizes the importance of photographs in conveying the stories of Spain's landscapes and architectural marvels. The introductory segments transport readers to iconic locations, such as Granada and Cordoba, presenting vivid descriptions of their historical significance and natural beauty, laying a rich groundwork for the exploration that follows. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal |
| Subject | Spain -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 64959 |
| Release Date | Mar 30, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 31, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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