Gautier, Théophile 1811-1872 creator McQuoid, Thomas Robert 1820-1912 text utu 2016 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Wanderings in Spain" by Théophile Gautier is a travelogue written in the mid-19th century. In this work, Gautier recounts his journey through various regions of Spain, capturing the landscapes, cultures, and peculiarities he encounters along the way. The narrative is rich in detail and reflects the author's enthusiasm for observation, as he immerses himself in the sights and experiences of his travels. The opening of the narrative introduces Gautier as he departs from Paris for Spain, pressured by friends to make the journey and embark on an extended adventure. He describes the initial stages of his trip, traveling through France to Bordeaux, where he takes in local sights such as the Subterranean Dwellings and the Cathedral. He vividly depicts the landscapes, towns, and people he encounters, conveying both the charm and challenges of travel during that era. His observations blend humor, curiosity, and a keen eye for detail, setting the tone for his explorations in Spain. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2016-08-09 Produced by Josep Cols Canals, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Spain -- Description and travel Spain -- Social life and customs -- 19th century Gautier, Théophile, 1811-1872 -- Travel -- Spain DP Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52763 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52763 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134221.0 52763