In this masterly book, now in a revised and updated fourth edition, Michael Jacobs looks with fresh eyes at all the traditional delights of Andalucia while doing full justice to the lesser-known aspects of the region. He examines the underrated local food and drink, the extraordinarily varied natural scenery, the composers and writers who created the romantic myths and legends of the nineteenth century, the strange legacy of Lorca and the Spanish Civil War. Andalucia's Moorish remains, its outstanding prehistoric and classical heritage and its exuberant Renaissance and Baroque monuments make it one of the richest regions of Europe for the visitor. Nearly a hundred Andalucian villages and towns are described in the gazetteer, some of which - Seville, Granada, Cordoba and Cadiz - are as lovely and as haunting as anywhere in the world.
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Michael Jacobs studied art history at the Courtauld Institute of Art where he gained a doctorate in 1982. He is now Senior Honorary Research Fellow in the Hispanic Department of the University of Glasgow. He is the author of numerous books on art and travel, including Madrid for Pleasure, In the Glow of the Phantom Palace and The Road to Santiago - published by Pallas Athene. His latest book is The Factory of Light, published by John Murray.
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21 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By Tamarindos
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If you are really interested in Andalucia, not just to lie on the beaches or take photos of the Alhambra then this book is an absolute must. In the great tradition of travel writing, it is so much more than just a guide book. Jacobs writes with real clarity and passion. If you are planning a trip to Andalucia the investment of a few pounds in this book, will definitely be worth it. If you are not planning a trip, but have an interest in the land of Carmen,Flamenco, bullfighting etc.then it is a must! First class book.
2 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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If you want a guide. don't buy this.
Its a good book, but more of a detailed history/documentary.
Very good if this is what you want.
Virtually no pictures.
Mostly black and white.
Not a guide.
Its a good book, but more of a detailed history/documentary.
Very good if this is what you want.
Virtually no pictures.
Mostly black and white.
Not a guide.
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Best book on Andalucia
18 May 2006
By punstrel
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Format:Paperback
Although written in a simple style, it's not a "Dummy's Guide to Andalucia". By the same token, although it's incredibly well-researched and intelligently written, it's not some inaccessible high-brow lost-me-on-the-first-page essay.
I grew up in Andalucia, and this book captures the rich history and charm of Spain's southernmost region. Anyone who has spent a substantial amount of time in Andalucia should own a copy of this book!
Travel writing at its best!
I grew up in Andalucia, and this book captures the rich history and charm of Spain's southernmost region. Anyone who has spent a substantial amount of time in Andalucia should own a copy of this book!
Travel writing at its best!
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Detailed reference
1 Nov 2012
By Peter B. Retallick
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I have been to Andalusia once before and wanted a reference book that provided some insider knowledge. Michael Jacobs has been living there for many years and with a background in Art History he gives a uniques insight. So far I've only browsed through the book because I want to make notes abuout the places to visit when my plans for a new trip are more evolved.
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