Andorra, The Hidden Republic: Its Origin And Institutions, And The Record Of A Journey Thither (1912)

By Lewis Gaston Leary

Book Overview

""Andorra, The Hidden Republic: Its Origin And Institutions, And The Record Of A Journey Thither"" is a non-fiction book written by Lewis Gaston Leary in 1912. The book provides a detailed account of the author's journey to Andorra, a small landlocked country situated between France and Spain. The author explores the country's history, culture, and political institutions, shedding light on the unique nature of the Andorran state.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the country's history, its people, and its governance structure. The author explains how Andorra has managed to maintain its independence for centuries, despite being surrounded by larger and more powerful nations. The second part of the book is a travelogue, detailing the author's journey to Andorra and his experiences there.Throughout the book, the author provides insights into the country's customs, traditions, and way of life. He also discusses the challenges faced by the Andorran people and their efforts to modernize their society while preserving their unique identity.Overall, ""Andorra, The Hidden Republic: Its Origin And Institutions, And The Record Of A Journey Thither"" is a fascinating account of a little-known country that has managed to maintain its independence and identity in the face of numerous challenges. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Andorra or in the broader issues of national identity and sovereignty.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120154014
• ISBN13: 9781120154019
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"