Cordova: A city of the Moors

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Cordova: A city of the Moors

by Albert Frederick Calvert, Walter M. (Walter Matthew) Gallichan

EN·~2 hours·15 chapters

Chapters

15 total
1

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0:31
2

CORDOVA

0:56
3

PREFACE

2:17
4

ILLUSTRATIONS

8:10
5

CORDOVA - I THE BRIDE OF ANDALUS

14:39
6

II THE MOORISH CAPTURE

11:13
7

III THE OMEYYAD DYNASTY

23:16
8

IV THE BUILDING OF THE MOSQUE

18:25
9

V IN THE COURT OF ORANGES

9:42
10

VI THE SPLENDOURS OF THE MOSQUE

11:53

Description

Step into the heart of Andalusia as the guide paints Cordova’s glittering past, a city once hailed by Arab poets as the “Bride of the West.” The narration weaves together the rise of the Umayyad caliphate, the soaring arches of its grand mosque, and the vivid life that unfolded in its winding lanes and fragrant patios. Listeners will feel the echo of centuries‑old trade, prayer, and art that still shape the city’s stone and riverbanks.

Complementing the story are more than a hundred detailed illustrations that bring monuments, markets, and everyday scenes to life. From the towering columns of the former mosque‑turned‑cathedral to the bustling bridges over the Guadalquivir, each image enriches a chapter on architecture, culture, and notable locals. The result is a portable yet richly textured portrait that invites both scholars and curious travelers to explore Cordova’s enduring allure.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (153K characters)

Series

The Spanish series

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)

Release date

2019-02-04

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the authors

Albert Frederick Calvert

Albert Frederick Calvert

1872–1946

An energetic Edwardian travel writer and explorer, he turned firsthand journeys and deep curiosity into vivid books on Spain, Africa, and Australia. His work blends practical observation with a flair for history, art, and adventure.

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WM

Walter M. (Walter Matthew) Gallichan

1861–1946

A prolific British writer and journalist, he ranged widely across travel, social commentary, health, and angling, building a career that mixed curiosity with strong opinions. His books offer a lively glimpse into late Victorian and early 20th-century interests and debates.

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