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100 1 _aCalvert, Albert Frederick,
_d1872-1946
245 1 0 _aMadrid: an historical description and handbook of the Spanish capital
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
490 1 _aThe Spanish series.
500 _aRelease date is 2020-08-23
505 0 _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.
508 _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)
520 _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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMadrid (Spain) -- Description and travel
653 _aArt -- Spain -- Madrid
830 0 _aThe Spanish series.
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63020
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