Helpless Hints on Life in Spain by H. August Debelius 1960 Madrid Guidepost

by H. August Debelius

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helpless hints on life in spain by H. August Debelius, illustrated by June Kinsey Debelius. Guidepost Publications, Edificio España, Madrid, 1960 (per library records; the book itself carries no printed date). A witty mid-century guidebook for the American expat in Spain — an affectionate, tongue-in-cheek look at Spanish life from the American colony in Madrid, with line illustrations of bullfights, flamenco, and windmills. The title page opens with the Spanish proverb: "De músico, poeta y loco, todos tienen un poco." Cover price was U.S. /bin/zsh.50 / Ptas. 30. Measures approximately 6.6 x 4.7 inches. Slim paperback booklet. Condition: Good. Moderate edge wear with red ink rubbed away at the spine and edges; small white scuffs and surface scratches on both covers; corners bumped. Pages are age-toned with some foxing on the title page and final page; no writing or tears. Binding is intact. Please review all photos for full condition detail.

• Publisher: Guidepost Publications
• Year: 1960
• Condition: Good

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