Glimpses Of Spain: Or Notes Of An Unfinished Tour In 1847 (1849)

By Severn Teackle Wallis

Book Overview

Glimpses of Spain: Or Notes of an Unfinished Tour in 1847 is a travelogue written by Severn Teackle Wallis and originally published in 1849. The book details Wallis' travels throughout Spain in 1847, where he visited various cities including Madrid, Seville, Granada, and Barcelona. Throughout the book, Wallis describes his experiences and observations of Spanish culture, customs, and history. He also provides detailed descriptions of the architecture and art he encountered, including the Alhambra in Granada and the works of famous Spanish painters such as Diego Vel�����zquez and Francisco Goya. In addition to his travelogue, Wallis includes historical and cultural background information on Spain, such as the country's history and politics, the Inquisition, and bullfighting. Overall, Glimpses of Spain provides a detailed and insightful look into Spain during the mid-19th century, making it a valuable resource for those interested in Spanish history and culture.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: 1164658409
• ISBN13: 9781164658405
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 410 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"