The Bible in Spain

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The Bible in Spain

by George Borrow

EN·~21 hours·61 chapters

Chapters

61 total
1

THE BIBLE IN SPAIN

0:15
2

EDITOR’S NOTE

1:31
3

AUTHOR’S PREFACE

16:50
4

CHAPTER I

25:13
5

CHAPTER II

25:20
6

CHAPTER III

24:50
7

CHAPTER IV

18:39
8

CHAPTER V

19:13
9

CHAPTER VI

18:11
10

CHAPTER VII

19:29

Description

A spirited account of an English missionary’s five‑year sojourn in 19th‑century Spain, this narrative follows his official task of printing and distributing the Scriptures while the country’s rugged landscapes and colorful inhabitants pull him into countless unexpected episodes. From bustling markets to remote villages, his fluency in Spanish and his gift for conversation open doors to both hospitality and hardship, often landing him in precarious situations that test his resolve.

Beyond the religious purpose, the work paints vivid portraits of the people he encounters—farmers, gypsies, soldiers, and clergy—each adding a layer of humor, tension, or insight. His letters, written with candid vigor, reveal a man equally fascinated by Spain’s history, language, and folklore, making the journey feel less like a formal assignment and more like an adventure through a land of mystery and charm. Listeners will be drawn into the lively blend of travel, culture, and personal reflection that defines his unforgettable pilgrimage.

Details

Full title

The Bible in Spain Or, the Journeys, Adventures, and Imprisonments of an Englishman, in an Attempt to Circulate the Scriptures in the Peninsula

Language

en

Duration

~21 hours (1234K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

1996-01-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

George Borrow

George Borrow

1803–1881

A restless traveler, gifted linguist, and vivid storyteller, this nineteenth-century writer turned real journeys across Europe into books full of energy and unusual encounters. He is best remembered for bringing Spain, Wales, and Romani life before Victorian readers in a voice that still feels adventurous and direct.

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