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Of all the paintings in all the galleries in all of Madrid.They chose a Caravaggio.And they chose last night.On the night Madrid hosts the Champions League Final, disaster erupts at the Prado Museum: a guard is murdered and a Caravaggio is stolen.British art detective Benjamin Blake, hoping for a quiet few days in the city on ...

The first English-language book dedicated to the story of the Durruti Column during the Spanish Civil War.On July 24, 1936, one week after the Spanish working class took up arms against General Franco's fascist coup an armed column, comprised primarily of partisans from the anarcho-syndicalist CNT, left Barcelona. Leading this militia was Buenaventura Durruti, the most famous anarchist in Spain. Durruti and his compatriots had just participated in the street fighti...

This guide is designed for optimal navigation on eReaders, smartphones, and other mobile electronic devices. It is indexed alphabetically and by category, making it easier to access individual articles. Articles feature information about attractions, landmarks, districts, transportation, cultural venues, dining, history and much more. Addresses, telephones, hours of operation and admissions information are included. The guide is complemented by clearly marked maps that are linked to city a...

This illustrated Travel Guide is a part of the Mobi Sights series, our concise guides that only feature the most essential information on city attractions. This guide is designed for optimal navigation on eReaders, smartphones, and other mobile electronic devices. Inside you will find a locator map and a list of top attractions linked to individual articles. Addresses, telephones, hours of operation and admissions information are included. The guide also features an itiner...

Constantinople 1302.Luca Baldi, a young shepherd, is catapulted into the violent world of mercenary warfare when he is forced to flee his native Sicily. He falls in with the Almogavars – ruthless mercenaries from the Catalonia region of Spain who have just finished butchering the French during a 20-year war on the island. He and they take ship to Constantinople when they are hired by the Byzantine emperor, whose empire is disintegrating in the face of remorseless Muslim advances.

Bradt’s newly published Catalunya & Barcelona has the most extensive coverage of any travel guidebook to the whole of this fiercely independent region (both French and Spanish sides), which is proud of its strong identity and packs a huge amount of fascination and contrast into a conveniently small area – from the Pyrenees mountains and sparkling Mediterranean coves to crisp cava and world-renowned cuisine.Although Barcelona, with its Gaudí architecture, may be the best-known desti...

They are a somewhat mismatched couple. He hates it when people stare. He wants to hide away their love and avoid the staring. But his boyfriend Christian wants to show affection openly, in front of everyone. Christian is a proud man and refuses to be ashamed of his sexuality. What will it take for them to find common ground? Over a weekend-getaway, away at a summer cottage, Christian decides that he no longer will hold back any feelings – or any desires…

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Spain is country full of history, culture and many treasures. Surrounded by crystal-blue seas, stunning cliffs and beaches kissed with sunlight, it's one of the most popular European travel destinations.This article covers the main attractions of some of Spain's major cities including Seville, Granada, Madrid and others. Contemplate the beauty of the Alhambra, the world's most preserved Arabian castle. See the tomb of Christopher Columbus inside the Cathedral of Seville. These are ...

The first testimonies to give you all the reasons for becoming Catholic.These eleven personal conversion accounts are unlike any you've ever read, they're packed with biblical theological and historical proofs for Catholicism. Each year thousands of atheists, Evangelicals, Fundamentalists, and Pentecostals are being surprised by Catholic truth – and these converts tell you why.

In "Madrid: an Historical Description and Handbook of the Spanish Capital," Albert Frederick Calvert provides an exhaustive exploration of Madrid's rich historical tapestry, marrying meticulous research with engaging prose. The book presents a systematic examination of notable landmarks, cultural institutions, and the social fabric that defines Spain's vibrant capital. Calvert's literary style demonstrates a commitment to detail, interweaving narrative history with practical travel insight...

Copper City’s bloody history is steeped in ghost stories and whispers of serial killers, but three girls have caught the attention of something far more sinister.A grandmother tormented by visions tried to warn the town, but no one listened. Now, a haunted inheritance has passed to her granddaughters, Audrey and Mara. When Mara’s body is discovered in the old mine, Audrey fears her grandmother’s premonition is manifesting.The nightmare begins as Mara’s spir...