A History Of Spain: For Young Persons (1849)

By Bennett George Johns

Book Overview

""A History of Spain: For Young Persons"" is a book written by Bennett George Johns and published in 1849. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Spain, from its prehistoric origins to the mid-19th century. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for young readers.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Roman conquest of Spain, the rise of the Visigoths, the Islamic conquest and subsequent Christian reconquest, the reign of the Catholic monarchs Ferdinand and Isabella, the Spanish Inquisition, and the Napoleonic Wars. It also discusses the cultural and artistic achievements of Spain, including its literature, art, and architecture.Throughout the book, Johns emphasizes the importance of Spain's geography and its position as a crossroads of cultures. He also highlights the contributions of key individuals, such as El Cid, Christopher Columbus, and Miguel de Cervantes.Overall, ""A History of Spain: For Young Persons"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the rich and complex history of Spain.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436733421
• ISBN13: 9781436733427
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"