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100 1 _aCollins, W. W.
_q(William Wiehe),
_d1862-1951
245 1 0 _aCathedral Cities of Spain
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aIllustrated by the author.
500 _aRelease date is 2012-07-27
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"Cathedral Cities of Spain" by W. W. Collins is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work examines Spain's architectural heritage, focusing specifically on its cathedrals and churches that reflect the nation's diverse cultural influences. Collins delves into the significance of these buildings, elaborating on their historical contexts, architectural styles, and the vital role religion played in unifying the various regions of Spain. The opening portion of this work begins with a preface that outlines the rich and complex history of Spain, emphasizing the impact of various civilizations on its architecture, particularly in its cathedrals. Collins introduces the theme of contrasts within Spanish society and highlights the profound influence of religion, as depicted in its ecclesiastical structures. The text then moves into detailed descriptions of the cities of Cadiz and Seville, emphasizing their architectural beauty and historical significance. Specific attention is given to the grandeur of the Seville Cathedral, the lifestyle of the inhabitants, and the unique cultural backdrop that distinguishes these cathedral cities. This sets the stage for a broader exploration of Spain's renowned religious architecture throughout the upcoming chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSpain -- Description and travel
653 _aCathedrals -- Spain
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40356
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