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100	1		_aWhite, Joseph Blanco, _d1775-1841
245	1	0	_aLetters from Spain
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2015
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2015-02-08
508			_aProduced by Josep Cols Canals, Ramon Pajares Box, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520			_a"Letters from Spain" by Joseph Blanco White is a collection of personal observations and reflections written in the early 19th century. The text presents a unique perspective on Spanish life, manners, customs, and religion, as seen through the eyes of a native who has lived abroad. It aims to offer insight into the social and political state of Spain during a tumultuous time, particularly in the context of the French invasion. At the start of the work, the author introduces himself as Leucadio Doblado, indicating his long absence from Spain and his return to Cadiz. He shares comical anecdotes about his struggles with the Spanish language and the peculiarities of customs and life in his homeland. This opening portion sets the stage for a rich exploration of the fusion of religion with daily life in Spain, where traditional practices and superstitions intertwine with the contemporary issues of social class and identity, reflecting on the intricate realities of Spanish society at the time. Through vivid descriptions and a candid tone, Blanco White provides a thoughtful and engaging account that promises to captivate readers interested in cultural and historical narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aSpain -- Description and travel
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48203
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