The Story of Seville

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The Story of Seville

by Walter M. (Walter Matthew) Gallichan

EN·~7 hours·19 chapters

Chapters

19 total

The Story of Seville

0:15

PREFACE

4:30

The Story of Seville - CHAPTER I Romans, Goths and Moors

34:40

CHAPTER II The City Regained

1:01:33

CHAPTER III Seville under the Catholic Kings

18:28

CHAPTER IV The Remains of the Mosque

11:55

CHAPTER V The Cathedral

33:29

CHAPTER VI The Alcázar

26:54

CHAPTER VII The Literary Associations of the City

28:34

CHAPTER VIII The Artists of Seville By C. Gasquoine Hartley

33:16

Description

In this evocative portrait of Seville, the author guides listeners through the city’s winding alleys and hidden courtyards, revealing how each stone and arch tells a fragment of Spain’s larger story. From the Roman foundations and Gothic shadows to the soaring Moorish arches and the grandeur of the Catholic monarchs, the narrative paints a layered picture of conquest, faith, and artistic flourish. Along the way, iconic landmarks such as the Giralda, the Alcázar and the cathedral are described not just as monuments, but as living characters that shape the city’s identity.

The book balances scholarly insight with a traveler’s eye, offering vivid descriptions supported by period sketches and photographs that bring the past into clear focus. It invites listeners to wander the bustling plazas, listen to the whispers of ancient fountains, and imagine the bustling markets that once thrived beneath the orange trees. Ideal for both history lovers and curious tourists, this auditory journey captures Seville’s timeless charm while hinting at the vibrant life that continues to pulse through its streets.

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Language

en

Duration

~7 hours (418K characters)

Series

Mediæval town 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

2011-11-13

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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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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