02403cam a22003013u 4500 31532 UtSlPG 20260610133723.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DP O'Shea, John Augustus, 1840-1905 Romantic Spain: A Record of Personal Experiences (Vol. II) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-03-07 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Digital & Multimedia Center, Michigan State University Libraries.) "Romantic Spain: A Record of Personal Experiences (Vol. II)" by John Augustus O'Shea is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. The work captures the author's explorations through Spain, focusing particularly on cities such as Puerto de Santa Maria and Cadiz, filled with vivid descriptions of landscapes, architecture, and social life. O'Shea blends personal narrative with sharp observations, likely offering insights into the cultural and political climate of the time, as well as highlighting the beauty of the Spanish countryside. At the start of the volume, O'Shea recounts his trip to Puerto de Santa Maria, a city praised for its cleanliness and charm. He humorously reflects on his departure from the leisurely life in Seville, describing a visit to see the preserved body of St. Fernando. His observations extend from the neatness of Puerto to its vibrant English colony and the local wine culture. Following this, the narrative promises to explore interactions with the local populace, touching upon tourism’s influence and the contrasts between British and Spanish cultures. The storyteller's lively style and personal anecdotes draw readers into a vibrant portrayal of Spain during a time of social and political reckoning. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Spain -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31532 72378 72378