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100 1 _aFord, Richard,
_d1796-1858
245 1 0 _aCosas de España; tomo 2 :
_b(El país de lo imprevisto)
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2019-02-19
508 _aProduced by Ramon Pajares Box, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (Biblioteca Nacional de España. )
520 _a"Cosas de España; tomo 2" by Richard Ford is a detailed travelogue written in the mid-19th century. This work serves as an exploration of Spanish culture, particularly focusing on the nuances of hospitality, the state of accommodations in the country, and the sociocultural dynamics of travel within Spain. The author, Ford, provides observations on various types of lodgings and hospitality customs, contrasting Spanish practices with those of other European countries. At the start of the second volume, Ford delves into the intricate world of Spanish lodgings, detailing the conditions and characteristics of different types of establishments such as "posadas", "fondas", and "ventas". He contrasts the often subpar accommodations travelers might encounter with the rich experiences of the Spanish landscape and culture that can make such inconveniences worthwhile. The opening also touches on societal attitudes towards travel and comfort, illustrating how Spaniards navigate and perceive their own hospitality system, frequently accepting discomfort with a sense of patience and realism. The tone blends critical observation with humor, highlighting the idiosyncrasies of Spanish life, the spirit of adventure among travelers, and the resilience found amidst the country’s chaotic yet vibrant hospitality scene. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSpain -- Description and travel
700 1 _aMesa y Rosales, Enrique de,
_d1879-1929
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58916
999 _c99742
_d99742