Kulturgeschichte of Spain in its Golden Age

Review of Spain: The Centre of the World, 1519-1682 by Robert Goodwin

This is a very fun book that tells great stories, interprets events to a degree, and views art and culture as a reflection of society at the time. While politics and war are somewhat neglected, the principal events are covered fairly well. This is not an academic book, but it is enough for students and amateur historians to enjoy. For travelers, it is a…