The Ford, Richard 1796-1858 creator Prothero, Rowland E., Baron Ernle (Rowland Edmund) 1851-1937 text utu 2019 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Letters of Richard Ford, 1797-1858" by Richard Ford is a collection of travel writings and correspondence that provides insights into the author's experiences and observations in 19th-century Spain. Written during the early to mid-19th century, the letters detail Ford's adventures and reflections as he traverses the Iberian Peninsula, capturing the political climate, cultural nuances, and personal anecdotes of life during that era. At the start of the collection, the author introduces himself in a letter to his friend Henry Unwin Addington, revealing his plans to spend winter in Spain due to his wife's health. He reflects on the political unrest of the time, marked by the aftermath of the Napoleonic wars and the challenges faced by travelers. Describing his arrival in Seville, Ford provides vivid descriptions of the city and its inhabitants, while noting the unique customs and social dynamics he encounters. His observations blend humor and keen insight, painting a picturesque and complex portrait of Spanish life and culture as he embarks on various adventures throughout his travels. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2019-12-22 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Authors, English -- 19th century -- Correspondence Ford, Richard, 1796-1858 -- Correspondence CT PR Original publication data not identified 41027342 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60992 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60992 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134415.0 60992