Spain: The Root and the Flower
by John A. Crow
An absorbing, well-written account of Spanish cultural history from prehistory to the Romans, Jews, Moors, Golden Age, and on to Franco and his legacy in modern Spain.
A Vision of Battlements
by Anthony Burgess
1965 novel by Anthony Burgess based on his experiences during World War II in Gibraltar, where he was serving with the British army.
As I Walked Out One Midsummer Morning
by Laurie Lee
Laurie Lee captures the atmosphere of a beautiful but violent Spain during the Spanish Civil War.
Camarón: The Film
by Documentary
Netflix documentary looking back on the life of legendary flamenco singer Camarón, who went from humble roots to rock star status to a tragic early death. (Spanish with English subtitles)
Cities of Light: The Rise and Fall of Islamic Spain
by Documentary
The Cities of Light documentary explores the causes that destroyed a civilization of pluralism and interfaith cooperation that for a few centuries lit the Dark Ages in Medieval Europe.
Death in the Afternoon
by Ernest Hemingway
Ernest Hemingway's classic exploration of the history and pageantry of bullfighting, and the deeper themes of cowardice, bravery, sport and tragedy that it inspires.
Driving over Lemons, An Optimist in Andalucia
by Chris Stewart
Stewart's memoir about moving with his wife to a farm in Alpujarras is charming and insightful. Unlike many expatriates, Stewart manages to ground himself far enough into the community to make lasting friends -- as well as a home for his young daughter.
España - A Brief History of Spain
by Giles Tremlett
Bestselling author and journalist, Giles Tremlett delves into the rich and varied history of Spain, from prehistoric times to today, in a brief, accessible and enjoyable account.
Food and Wines of Spain
by Penelope Casas
A classic collection of 400 recipes, interwoven with cultural commentary and the culinary history of Spain
Ghosts of Spain
by Giles Tremlett
Tremlett captures the Spanish character, history and modern politics in this masterful portrait, interweaving the story of his love for the country (where he has lived for 20 years) with interviews, anecdotes and observation.
Gibraltar: The Greatest Siege in British History
by Lesley Adkins
A page-turning account of the dramatic four-year siege of Britain’s Mediterranean garrison by Spain and France—and an often overlooked key to the British defeat in the American Revolution.
Into the Arena: The World of the Spanish Bullfight
by Alexander Fiske-Harrison
Fiske-Harrison offers a comprehensive and involving portrait of a controversial Spanish tradition
Lorca: Living in the Theatre
by Gwynne Edward
Compelling biography of Andalusian playwright and author Federico Garcia Lorca – who was executed by Nationalist forces in 1936, allegedly at Franco’s behest- offers readers an in-depth analysis of the work of one of Spain’s most treasured artists.
Made in Spain
by Chef José Andrés
Spanish Chef and philanthropist Jose Andres introduces the cuisine of Spain, in this 13 episode series available on Prime.
Moorish Spain
by Richard Fletcher
An entertaining and enlightening account of a vital period in Spanish history which transformed the culture and society, not only of Spain, but of the rest of Europe
Spain Revealed: Cordoba's Mezquita
by Raezer & Raezer
The definitive guide to the Great Mosque of Cordoba .
The Arts in Spain: From Prehistory to Postmodernism
by John F. Moffit
A representative anthology of examples of painting, architecture and sculpture providing a critical overview of Spain. From Iberian and Roman beginnings, the book traces the development of the arts in Spain, examining the magnificent Islamic and Christian foundations at Cordoba and the Escorial, the idiosyncratic masterworks of El Greco, the Golden Age of Zurbaran and Velazquez, the art of Goya, and the innovative works of Picasso, Dali and Miro, and revealing that many of the most characteristic Spanish artistic currents had their origins at the dawn of history.
The History of Spain - Land on a Crossroad
by Great Courses Documentary series
Professor Emerita Joyce E. Salisbury of the University of Wisconsin unfurls a broad and fascinating panorama of Spanish history, spanning the centuries from the first Neolithic settlement of the peninsula to Spain’s 20th century Civil War in this documentary series.
The New Spaniards
by John Hooper
John Hooper's fascinating study brings to life the new Spain of the 21st century
The Spanish Inquisition: A Historical Revision
by Henry Kamen
A clear and objective account of a polemical period of Spanish history
The Truth about Franco - Spain's forgotten Dictatorship
by Documentary
This documentary delves into the past and attempts to examine the almost forty-year rule of Spain's Generalisimo - Francisco Franco.
