A Concise History of Spain

Format Paperback | 456 pages

Dimensions 138 x 216 x 22mm | 630g

Publication date 29 Feb 2016

Publisher CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS

Publication City/Country Cambridge, United Kingdom

Language English

Edition Revised

Edition statement 2nd Revised edition

Illustrations note 37 b/w illus. 7 maps

ISBN10 1107525055

ISBN13 9781107525054 

The rich cultural and political life of Spain has emerged from its complex history, from the diversity of its peoples, and from continual contact with outside influences. This updated edition traces that history from prehistoric times to the present, focusing particularly on culture, society, politics, and personalities. Written in an engaging style, it introduces readers to key themes that have shaped Spain's history and culture. These include its varied landscapes and climates; the impact of waves of diverse human migrations; the importance of its location as a bridge between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean and Europe and Africa; and religion, particularly militant Catholic Christianity and its centuries of conflict with Islam and Protestantism, as well as debates over the place of the church in modern Spain. Illustrations, maps and a guide to further reading, major cultural figures, and places to see make the history of this fascinating country come alive.