Mary Platt Parmele

A Short History of Spain (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

As one can surmise from the title, this book discusses the history of Spain; albeit an abbreviated version. Through fourteen chapters, the author weaves a tapestry of Spain's past, from the era of the Iberia Kingdom (302 BC-580 AD), all the way up to the marriage of Alfonso XIII and Princess Ena (31 May 1906).

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 515
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664581778
• Artikelnr.: 58563255

Autorenporträt

Mary Platt Parmele (1843-1911) was an American author known for her accessible historical works that aimed to provide concise yet informative overviews of various countries' histories. Born in the mid-19th century, Parmele's writings reflect the educational trends and interests of her time, characterized by a focus on narrative history and the desire to bring historical insights to a broader audience. Among her notable contributions is 'A Short History of Spain' which serves as a testament to her capacity to distill complex historical events into readable narratives. Her literary style is marked by clear, unembellished prose, designed to engage readers who may not have a strong background in history. Parmele's works are valued for their succinctness and fluid storytelling, which successfully brought historical subjects to life for lay readers. Although her works may not be considered comprehensive by modern academic standards, they provide a snapshot of late-19th and early-20th century historical interpretation, and continue to be of interest to those studying the evolution of historical writing and education. Parmele's contribution to historical literature remains notable for its aim to educate and make history accessible to all readers.