A Phillips, Jr, William D. creator author. Phillips, Carla Rahn author. text enk 2010 monographic eng

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1 online resource (362 pages) : digital, PDF file(s). The rich cultural and political life of Spain has emerged from its complex history, from the diversity of its peoples, and from continual contact with outside influences. This book traces that history from prehistoric times to the present, focusing particularly on culture, society, politics, and personalities. Written in an engaging style, it introduces readers to the key themes that have shaped Spain's history and culture. These include its varied landscapes and climates; the impact of waves of diverse human migrations; the importance of its location as a bridge between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean and Europe and Africa; and religion, particularly militant Catholic Christianity and its centuries of conflict with Islam and Protestantism, as well as debates over the place of the Church in modern Spain. Illustrations, maps, and a guide to further reading, major cultural figures, and places to see, make the history of this fascinating country come alive. William D. Phillips, Jr, Carla Rahn Phillips. Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 09 Oct 2015). DP17 .P55 2010 946 9780511780400 (ebook) http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/CBO9780511780400 http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/CBO9780511780400 UkCbUP 100519 20180107143413.0 CR9780511780400