02801cam a22003613u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003701000130007804000110009104100170010205000070011910000420012624500740016826400510024230000470029333600260034033700260036633800360039249000240042850000310045250502780048350801670076152013080092853400450223665300450228165300270232683000240235385600430237799900190242063020UtSlPG20260610134442.0mcr n260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  a09035585  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aDP1 aCalvert, Albert Frederick,d1872-194610aMadrid: an historical description and handbook of the Spanish capital 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2020  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier1 aThe Spanish series.  aRelease date is 2020-08-230 aGeneral impressions of Madrid -- History of the city -- The Court and society in Madrid -- Art in Madrid -- Literature and the drama -- Churches and public buildings -- Alcalá de Henares -- The bull-fight -- The art of the bull-fighter -- Café life of the Madrileños.  aProduced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images available at The Internet Archive)  a"Madrid: An Historical Description and Handbook of the Spanish Capital" by Albert F. Calvert is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the rich history, culture, and modern developments of Madrid, positioning it within the broader context of Spain's past and present. It likely serves as both a guide for visitors and a celebration of the city's character, as the author expresses admiration for its people and beauty.  The opening of the book introduces Madrid as a relatively young city compared to other historic Spanish cities, with its importance growing significantly over the centuries, particularly from the 16th century onwards. Calvert describes the unique geographical features of Madrid, including its elevation and climate, as well as the remarkable transformation from a city perceived negatively in terms of hygiene and accessibility to one that is vibrant and modern. He articulates the city's contrast between historical significance and contemporary life, emphasizing its modern architecture, social life, and cultural vibrancy while acknowledging its historical roots and struggles. The narrative sets an engaging tone for what seems to be a comprehensive exploration of Madrid's identity and evolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aMadrid (Spain) -- Description and travel  aArt -- Spain -- Madrid 0aThe Spanish series.40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63020  c103844d103844