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.`W_`]LW ,_WL^ ZQ >[LTY LYO ;Z]_`RLW by Mary Vincent and R. A. Stradling (Culture) This reference
book focuses on the rich cultural diversity and artistic heritage of Spain and Portugal,
and examines how the historic events of each country have been partly impacted by their
geography and climate.

Spain
A Million Steps by Kurt Koontz (Travel Narrative) Follow the author as he walks the Camino de
Santiago—a pilgrimage route in Spain that stretches more than 400 miles—a journey that is
both physical and spiritual.

?SP >SLOZb ZQ _SP BTYO by Carlos Ruiz Zafon (Fiction) A mix of mystery, romance, and
hauntings abound in this international bestseller, set in 1950s Barcelona.

4MP]TL by James A. Michener (Historical Fiction) Michener’s talented prose imbues his vivid
recollections of Spain and poetic interpretations of the country’s art, history, customs, politics,
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The New Spaniards by John Hooper (Culture) Noted historian John Hooper presents a captivating
portrait of modern Spain and its people in this updated 1995 edition of his earlier book.

Don Quixote de la Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra (Literature) First published 400
years ago, this classic tells the story of a middle-aged Spanish gentleman who, obsessed with
the chivalrous ideals found in romantic books, rides the roads of Spain seeking glory and
grand adventure.

?LWP^ ZQ _SP ,WSLXM]L by Washington Irving (Memoir) In this 1829 travel classic, Washington
Irving, who was the ambassador to Spain, recounts his experiences as he rode from Seville
to Granada on horseback, and also describes his time at the Alhambra, where he lived for
several months.
?]LaPWP]ɪ^ ?LWP^% >[LTY edited by Lucy McCauley (Anthology) Features intelligent, lyrical musings
on all aspects of Spain, written by such luminaries as Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Calvin Trillin,
Colm Toibin, and Barbara Kingsolver.

, ?]LaPWP]ɪ^ 3T^_Z]d ZQ >[LTY by Juan Lalaguna (History) One of a series of introductory histories
for travelers, this book has a dateline format that begins with the earliest settlements on the
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the birth and demise of the Empire; and ends with the events of modern day.

The New Spaniards by John Hooper (Culture) Noted historian John Hooper presents a captivating
portrait of modern Spain and its people in this updated 1995 edition of his earlier book.

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