A Short History of Spain (eBook, ePUB) - Platt Parmele, Mary
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The history of Spain dates back to the Early Middle Ages. In 1516, Habsburg Spain unified a number of disparate predecessor kingdoms; its modern form of a constitutional monarchy was introduced in 1813, and the current democratic constitution dates to 1978. After the completion of the Reconquista, the kingdoms of Spain were united under Habsburg rule in 1516. At the same time, the Spanish Empire began to expand to the New World across the ocean, marking the beginning of the Golden Age of Spain, during which, from the early 1500s to the 1650s, Habsburg Spain was among the most powerful states…mehr

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The history of Spain dates back to the Early Middle Ages. In 1516, Habsburg Spain unified a number of disparate predecessor kingdoms; its modern form of a constitutional monarchy was introduced in 1813, and the current democratic constitution dates to 1978. After the completion of the Reconquista, the kingdoms of Spain were united under Habsburg rule in 1516. At the same time, the Spanish Empire began to expand to the New World across the ocean, marking the beginning of the Golden Age of Spain, during which, from the early 1500s to the 1650s, Habsburg Spain was among the most powerful states in Europe.

Written in an engaging style, Mary Parmele’s concise study A Short History of Spain introduces readers to the key themes that have shaped modern Spain.
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.