Antique First Edition 1909 Travels In Spain

by Philip S. Marden

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First edition

Antique First Edition 1909 Travels in Spain by Philip S. Marden. - An immersive travelogue that chronicles the author's personal observations and cultural encounters while journeying across the Iberian Peninsula. Written during a transitional era just before the advent of widespread modern tourism, the text captures a vivid snapshot of traditional Spanish life, regional customs, architecture, and geography. Marden details his visits to historic cities like Seville, Granada, and Madrid, offering extensive commentary on Spain's rich history, its striking Moorish influenced monuments, and the distinct local identities of its provinces. It serves as a window into the experiences, challenges, and cultural reflections of an American traveler experiencing the unique landscape of Edwardian era Spain. - First edition published in 1909 by Houghton Mifflin Company. - Deep blue cloth binding featuring highly intricate gilt decorations in a traditional Moorish architectural style. - 434 pages. - Condition: Cover has some rubbing along edges and fading along spine. Gilt embossing is well preserved on front cover. Tear along front board at the spine. Most pages are clean however a handful show foxing. These pages are on those with illustrations or opposite to them. See photos for more detail.

• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
• Year: 1909
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good

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