Thomas, Hugh
Madrid
- ISBN 13:
- 9781408710326
- author:
- Thomas, Hugh
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Little, Brown
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 198mm X 129mm
- Genre:
- 12.9 x 19.8 x 2.9 centimetres (0, Travel, Country Guides, Europe,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The charm of Madrid lies in its elusive magic, waiting to be discovered by those who know how to find it. This Traveller's Reader brings the city to life through vivid accounts from diaries, letters, memoirs and histories, revealing the dramas and personalities of a city's past. From seventeenth-century bullfights to surrealist jokes at the Ritz, and visits to the Alcázar and Prado, this collection of eyewitness accounts and commentaries evokes the essence of Madrid's history. Spanning five centuries, it offers a unique glimpse into the city's transformation over time, drawing in both armchair readers and prospective travellers. Hugh Thomas has carefully selected these vivid snapshots to showcase the rich tapestry of Madrid's past, inviting you to explore its history and magic for yourself.
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