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Throughout the centuries, Spain has been subject to the lordship of other countries. It was occupied by the ancient Greeks and Romans, the Visigoths, the French, and the Muslims. It has been the playground of both the respectful and the ruthless. The Spanish coasts have been occupied by the trading empires of Carthage and Rome. All that time, Spain was told by others how to run their country, how to fight, whom to fight, and where to fight.

Are you curious about the fascinating world of Spanish wine, but unsure where to start your journey? Planning a delightful trip to Spain and eager to explore the country's finest wine trails? Do you crave wines with character, steering away from the ordinary "soft drink approach" of international markets? If any of these questions resonate with you, then look no further - your ultimate wine companion awaits! Introducing the Easy Wine Guide Spain - Your Gateway to Unveiling the Richness of Spanish Wine! At Easy Wine Guide, we strive to break free from traditional wine snobbery, delivering ...

** Amazon Top Ten Best Seller ** A British couple disappear in Spain and fears grow for their safety. As a fluent Spanish speaker, Detective Inspector Michael Fernandez seems the ideal choice to help track them down. But Michael hates his father’s homeland. He has never been to Spain. Fatefully, the investigation leads him to the village where his father was born and the truth about the past is gradually revealed. Then a body is found and the hunt for the killer is on. REVIEW: "A cracking detective story, which romps along, keeping the pages turning. The plot kept me guessing right to the...

"Breve historia de las Guerras Carlistas" presenta cómo se originó este capítulo de la historia contemporánea de España y que estalló con el inicio de la llamada "cuestión sucesoria" al final del reinado de Fernando VII que, sin sucesor masculino directo o más cercano, que era el Infante don Carlos María Isidro de Borbón y Borbón, hermano mayor del monarca y que inició la llamada Dinastía Carlista, bajo la denominación de Carlos V.

Durante años, el cardiólogo Arthur Agatston urgía a sus pacientes a perder peso por el bien de sus corazones, pero las dietas resultaron demasiado difíciles de seguir o muy severas. Algunas eran hasta peligrosas. Aparentemente nadie podía seguir los regímenes bajos en grasa durante mucho tiempo. Y una dieta no sirve para nada si uno no la puede seguir.

Por lo tanto, el Dr. Agatston inventó su propia dieta. La dieta South Beach no es complicada y tampoco requiere que se pase hambre.

The life of Isabella II, her reign and, above all, the problems of her marriage, are masterfully dealt with in this historical biography. In the course of this story, the reliable historical data -which every biography needs- is complemented, unnoticed by the reader, with journalistic fluency. The historical narrative is based on María Teresa Puga´s doctoral thesis, entitled "The marriage of Isabel II in the politics of her time" which was awarded an "Sobresaliente cum laude" and published by the university. This is a combination of journalistic flair and the solid and abundant ...

IDLE RICH is the entertaining account of one man’s attempt to turn over a new leaf in Spain. When lifelong underachiever Richie Bannister is offered free board and lodgings in a seaside resort on the south-western coast of Andalucia, he jumps at the chance to escape from the dull Lancashire town where he’s been stuck for the last forty-odd years. His host Peter, a retired photographer, turns out not to be the doddery old fellow he’s expecting to meet, but a man on a mission into which Richie finds himself inadvertently drawn. After his so-far aimless life, this new commitment proves ...

Karen Harris, commander of Unit T, believed she’d eradicated ‘The Circle’, a criminal cartel located in Europe, except it seems she missed the Spanish arm called Circulo. Now she’s faced with a group, who not only take girl’s from the holiday resorts, but has brought in a man from the USA, with a money making venture, that takes trafficking to a whole new level. That’s if they can manage to get it going! Karen is determined they can’t, however, operations are coming on top of each other, her private life and that of the charity she runs are also taking time, leaving Karen not ...

El Alcázar de Sevilla: la historia del más famoso palacio real de España recorre el animado registro histórico de la fortaleza palaciega, así como todas las etapas de su construcción. Indaga también sobre algunos de los fascinantes personajes que vivieron allí, y sobre los eventos más decisivos que tuvieron lugar detrás de las centenarias paredes de ladrillo.

Using a wide array of sources, historian Matthew Restall highlights seven key myths, uncovering the source of the inaccuracies and exploding the fallacies and misconceptions behind each myth. This vividly written and authoritative book shows, for instance, that native Americans did not take the conquistadors for gods and that small numbers of vastly outnumbered Spaniards did not bring down great empires with stunning rapidity. We discover that Columbus was correctly seen in his lifetime - and for decades after - as a briefly fortunate but unexceptional participant in efforts.

Amid the many catastrophes of the 20th century, the Spanish Civil War continues to exert a particular fascination among history buffs and the layperson alike. This Very Short Introduction integrates the political, social, and cultural history of the Spanish Civil War. It sets out the domestic and international context of the war for a general audience. In addition to tracing the course of war, the book locates the war's origins in the cumulative social and cultural anxieties provoked by a process of rapid, uneven, and accelerating modernism taking place all over Europe.

Her story is so much more than a tale of war, tremendous courage, and loss. It is one of the greatest love stories in history. Based upon a true Spanish heroine. Barcelona, Spain, 1803. Agustina Saragossa, the youngest daughter of a bladesmith, sneaks around the military barracks, yet not to snag a husband as everyone thinks. Stubborn, hot-tempered and fiercely devoted to her country, like her grandfather before her, she is far more interested in learning about the ensuing war between Britain and France than the lazy, arrogant Spanish soldiers at the compound. When Sergeant Juan Roca, a ...

En este maravilloso audiolibro, con recomendaciones y ejercicios prácticos, Bárbara Keesling ayuda a los hombres tomar control de su vida sexual; los enseña que solo sintiéndose bien con ellos mismos y su cuerpo, ellos se sentirán cómodos con una mujer y su cuerpo.

NORTHWARD BOUND is the entertaining and enlightening account of one English couple’s relocation from the overdeveloped south of Spain to the lush green hills of Asturias. In PART TWO of Alison’s story the valiant couple go on living with Remedios while their new house is being refurbished by a singular builder and his motley crew. Hoping to move in by the end of the year, a stirring series of events – one of them a huge surprise – means that the process goes less smoothly than they’d anticipated.

THE RELUCTANT EXPAT is Alan Laycock’s light-hearted account of his transition to life in a new country. Alan has no desire to move to Spain, but his sister Cathy and brother-in-law Bernie are going regardless, so he decides to tag along. Despite his initial pessimism, he soon sees that life in their new home has more to offer than he first suspected, and by befriending a pair of local oldies he finds surprising new opportunities opening up to him. A coin dealer by trade and an idler by nature, his new, dynamic attitude surprises Cathy, Bernie and, most of all, himself, as he gets to grips...

"Breve historia de Hispania" es un audiolibro que cuenta el proceso de cambio que vivieron los pueblos indígenas de la Península Ibérica con la llegada del Imperio romano. Se describen los episodios más apasionantes de la conquista romana como las guerras celtíberas, las guerras lusitanas hasta llegar a la total dominación romana. También se relata cómo esta dominación trajo consigo un proceso de aculturación lento pero permanente que dio pie a curiosos hechos como la esfuerzo por erradicar la costumbre de los lusitanos y bletonenses de realizar sacrificios humanos.

Aprenda como hacer el amor toda la noche (Y enloquecer a una mujer), sobre el hombre multiorgásmico y otros secretos para hacer mas feliz a su pareja. FonoLibro presenta el best seller internacional, Como Hacer el Amor toda la Noche (y Enloquecer a una Mujer). De acuerdo a la autora, la Dra. Bárbara Keesling (sexóloga por casi 20 años), cualquier hombre puede dominar las simples enseñanzas, presentadas de una manera sencilla y fácil de aprender en este audiolibro.

THE HERMIT AND THE HITCHHIKER: A SPANISH ENCOUNTER is the tale of two men whose fortuitous meeting in the hills of South-East Spain leads to an unlikely friendship which changes their lives forever. After overcoming the initial reticence caused by their disparate ages and backgrounds, their improbable alliance leads both men to learn from each other and reassess their respective goals, not least when Roy’s old flame, Alicia, returns to the area with her daughter Sara. Touching, humorous and informative, the story of Roy and Ryan’s relationship with each other and their female friends is...

This is a two-volume ebook edition of Doreen and Ken Tonks’ amusing, down-to-earth books about their life in southern Spain. Please see individual titles for descriptions and reviews.

Introducing the Ultimate Guide to Rebooting Your Life in Spain! Are you ready to take control and embark on the adventure of a lifetime? Dive into "Rebooting in Spain," a comprehensive and engaging guide that will provide you with all the knowledge and resources needed for a seamless transition into Spanish life. This eBook is meticulously designed to be your indispensable companion, equipping you with vital information that covers a wide range of aspects of life in Spain. It all begins with an in-depth look into the Spanish culture, making you feel right at home while you soak up ...