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LoC No.: 15003425

Title: The Land of The Blessed Virgin; Sketches and Impressions in Andalusia

Credits: Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
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Summary: "The Land of The Blessed Virgin; Sketches and Impressions in Andalusia" by William Somerset Maugham is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The book captures Maugham's experiences and observations while exploring Andalusia, a region in southern Spain, reflecting on its rich cultural interplay of history, religion, and artistry. The narrative vividly conveys the contrasting landscapes and vibrant lifestyle of the Andalusians, offering a blend of personal reflection and historical context. The beginning of the work sets a nostalgic tone as Maugham reminisces about Andalusia from the rainy confines of London, longing for its warmth, color, and liveliness. He immerses the reader in the sensory delights of sunshine, music, and the scents of the region while also navigating the historical influence of the Moors on Andalusian character and culture. With musings on the legacy of art and religious fervor present in the life of the people, Maugham reflects on the region's past and how it shapes the current spirit of the Andalusian lifestyle in his evocative prose. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Author: Maugham, W. Somerset (William Somerset), 1874-1965

EBook No.: 27252

Published: Nov 13, 2008

Downloads: 191

Language: English

Subject: Maugham, W. Somerset (William Somerset), 1874-1965 -- Travel -- Spain -- Andalusia

Subject: Andalusia (Spain) -- Description and travel

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 15003425

Title: The Land of The Blessed Virgin; Sketches and Impressions in Andalusia

Credits: Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Summary: "The Land of The Blessed Virgin; Sketches and Impressions in Andalusia" by William Somerset Maugham is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The book captures Maugham's experiences and observations while exploring Andalusia, a region in southern Spain, reflecting on its rich cultural interplay of history, religion, and artistry. The narrative vividly conveys the contrasting landscapes and vibrant lifestyle of the Andalusians, offering a blend of personal reflection and historical context. The beginning of the work sets a nostalgic tone as Maugham reminisces about Andalusia from the rainy confines of London, longing for its warmth, color, and liveliness. He immerses the reader in the sensory delights of sunshine, music, and the scents of the region while also navigating the historical influence of the Moors on Andalusian character and culture. With musings on the legacy of art and religious fervor present in the life of the people, Maugham reflects on the region's past and how it shapes the current spirit of the Andalusian lifestyle in his evocative prose. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Author: Maugham, W. Somerset (William Somerset), 1874-1965

EBook No.: 27252

Published: Nov 13, 2008

Downloads: 191

Language: English

Subject: Maugham, W. Somerset (William Somerset), 1874-1965 -- Travel -- Spain -- Andalusia

Subject: Andalusia (Spain) -- Description and travel

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.