Spain: The Root and the Flower: An Interpretation of Spain and the Spanish People

by John A. Crow

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John A. Crow updates and expands his classic study of the cultural history of Spain and its people. The scope of this richly textured book is remarkable and includes chapters on Roman Spain, the Jews in Spain, the Moors, life in medieval towns, the Golden Age of Spain, and other epochs in Spanish history. In addition, Crow extensively updates later chapters to reflect changing events in the last ten years in Spain, and he expands his chapter on "Franco's Legacy."… (more)

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Though a dated, this book was very good at describing and interpreting the major events in Spanish history. It is well written and covers political as well as cultural aspects of Spanish history starting from the settling of Spain by the Iberians up to the end of the Franco Regime. (

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ArtRodrigues | Oct 24, 2023 |

"Spain: The Root and the Flower, An Interpretation of Spain and the Spanish People" is an excellent introduction to the history, culture, and people of Spain. It is written in an engaging way by someone who not only loves and is very familiar with the world of Spain, but is also clear-headed and astute in his opinions. An enjoyable and interesting book. Highly recommended. (

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John A. Crow updates and expands his classic study of the cultural history of Spain and its people. The scope of this richly textured book is remarkable and includes chapters on Roman Spain, the Jews in Spain, the Moors, life in medieval towns, the Golden Age of Spain, and other epochs in Spanish history. In addition, Crow extensively updates later chapters to reflect changing events in the last ten years in Spain, and he expands his chapter on "Franco's Legacy."

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