The Picturesque Antiquities of Spain by Nathaniel Armstrong Wells

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Author Wells, Nathaniel Armstrong
Title The Picturesque Antiquities of Spain
Described in a series of letters, with illustrations representing Moorish palaces, cathedrals, and other monuments of art, contained in the cities of Burgos, Valladolid, Toledo, and Seville.
Note Reading ease score: 50.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Picturesque Antiquities of Spain" by Nathaniel Armstrong Wells is a travelogue composed of letters that were penned in the mid-19th century. The author describes his experiences while exploring Spain, focusing on its architectural splendor, including Moorish palaces, cathedrals, and monuments of art in cities such as Burgos, Toledo, and Seville. The text serves as both a personal narrative of Wells's journey and a reflection on the historical and artistic heritage of Spain. The opening portion of the work introduces the reader to Wells's correspondence with a friend, Mrs. C----R, who expresses a desire to learn about Spain. Wells shares his enthusiasm for exploring the country and his aim to provide an entertaining account of its monuments and culture, acknowledging that he will approach the subject matter with a practical lens rather than lavish romanticism. He mentions that his travels occur after a significant revolution that stripped ceremonial events of their former grandeur, urging that the focus would shift towards architectural descriptions rather than historical embellishments. As he begins his detailed exploration, Wells sets the stage for rich conversations and vivid artistic observations throughout his travels. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal
Subject Art, Islamic
Subject Architecture -- Spain
Subject Architecture, Islamic
Subject Spain -- Antiquities
Category Text
EBook-No. 32821
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jul 27, 2010
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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