In "Daily Life in Spain in the Golden Age", distinguished French historian Marcelin Defourneaux gives us an account of life in Spain during the period starting from the succession of Philip II (1556) to the death of Philip IV (1665). In this fascinating scholarly account, the author relies upon literary works and travel accounts written during this 'golden age' to present an overall picture of Spanish society of that time. Rich accounts of political and economic developments are woven into the narrative, and the author also ...
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In "Daily Life in Spain in the Golden Age", distinguished French historian Marcelin Defourneaux gives us an account of life in Spain during the period starting from the succession of Philip II (1556) to the death of Philip IV (1665). In this fascinating scholarly account, the author relies upon literary works and travel accounts written during this 'golden age' to present an overall picture of Spanish society of that time. Rich accounts of political and economic developments are woven into the narrative, and the author also covers the importance of Catholic faith and the emphasis upon personal honor.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Book contains pencil & highlighter markings. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 004946003X.
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Volume 13. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust jacket in fair condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 004946003X.
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Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 004946003X. Hardcover with dustjacket, first British printing, translated from the Spanish, book is in excellent condition, no remarkable flaws, jacket is price-clipped and has a few short edge-tears, the jacket is clean and attractive overall and a professional (removable) mylar cover is included, a social history, illustrated; 256 pages.
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Good in Good jacket. 8vo. Translated by Newton Branch. 256pp, 16pp b/w plates, bibliographical notes, index. Prev owner's name stamped on the fore-edge. Cloth boards in price-clipped, lightly soiled and edge-worn dust-jacket. The book covers the period between the reigns of Philip II (1556-1598), Philip III (1598-1621), and Philip IV (1621-1665). In the Daily Life series.