Klappentext

Civilización y cultura de España provides a comprehensive and accessible chronicle of the history and culture of Spain from the prehistoric era to events and cultural trends of the present time. An interpretive history, it presents the basic political, social, economic, religious, and cultural elements that constitute the structure of Spanish history; it explains those elements that have been decisive in forging the cultural identity of Spain.

Features:

· Each chapter opens with a summary of the main themes.

· Chronologies outline major events and people and provide historical perspective.

· End-of-chapter review questions develop critical-thinking skills.

· Historical and cultural issues are clarified throughout.

· Comparative approach, connecting major events in Spain with those of other nations of the European community.

· Self-contained chapters allow for flexibility; students may approach materials chronologically or by topic.

New to this edition is a text-specific Companion Website at www.prenhall.com/cantarino, with a variety of assessment tools for students to measure their understanding of this advanced subject matter. This site also has a wealth of authentic Web links to the arts, literature, music, folklore, and current events in Spain, making for a well-rounded program.

Zusammenfassung

A classic for over twenty-three years Civilización y cultura de España is an excellent resource for introducing intermediate or advanced students to the richness of Spanish Civilization and Culture. Unique in its coverage, the Fifth edition provides a chronological approach to the civilization and continuously changing culture of Spain by presenting its political, social, economic, and religious history. The text also incorporates new information about the regional divisions of Spain and its modern-day political organization.

Inhalt

Introducción

Capítulo 1

ESPAÑA PREHISTORICA

Capítulo 2

ROMA Y LA ROMANIZACION DE LA PENINSULA

Capítulo 3

LA EDAD MEDIA

Capítulo 4

LA RECONQUISTA CRISTIANA (718-1492)

Capítulo 5

LA EDAD MODERNA [Los Reyes Católicos (1479-1517)]

Capítulo 6

ESPAÑA BAJO LOS HABSBURGOS (1517-1700)

Capítulo 7

La sociedad ESPAÑOLa en EL SIGLO DE ORO

Capítulo 8

VIDA CULTURAL DURANTE EL SIGLO DE ORO

Capítulo 9

EL SIGLO XVIII: EL SIGLO DE LOS REYES

Capítulo 10

LA EDAD CONTEMPORANEA

Capítulo 11

LA VIDA CULTURAL DURANTE EL SIGLO XIX

Capítulo 12

FIN DE SIGLO: LA BELLE EPOQUE

Capítulo 13

EL SIGLO XX

Capítulo 14

LA SEGUNDA REPUBLICA

Capítulo 15

EL REGIMEN DE FRANCO (1939-1975)

Capítulo 16

ESPAÑA EN LA ACTUALIDAD: REINADO DE JUAN CARLOS I