Explore the Basque Provinces through war, politics, and rugged frontier life—told with eye‑witness immediacy. A vivid historical narrative that weaves the political state, dramatic sieges, and day‑to‑day life in the Basque country during the Carlist and Christino conflict. This edition grounds its scenes in real places, from Bilbao to the Nervion estuary, and follows both sides through battles, treaties, and personal accounts.
- Delve into the era’s key events, from sieges and bridge battles to the social and political dynamics that shaped the region.
- Read translated excerpts and contemporary reports that illuminate strategy, leadership, and the human cost of war.
- Examine appendices with official correspondences, military reports, and documentary evidence that enrich the historical picture.
- Experience the Basque countryside and coastal towns as they figure in memoirs, journalism, and military maneuver.
Ideal for readers of military history, 19th‑century Spain, and regional biographies who want a grounded, documentary view of a pivotal period in Basque history.
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Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book provides unique insights into the Carlist War, which pitted absolutist and liberal political factions against one another in Spain from 1833-1840. Set amidst the siege of Bilbao, the reader is privy to an insider's account of the conflict, following the experiences of the author as he witnesses firsthand the brutality of the fighting. The author's proximity to the action grants the reader an intimate understanding of the political and humanitarian complexities of the conflict, while the broader historical context of the war is also explored in depth. Through meticulous examination and analysis, this book invites the reader to engage with the nature of warfare, political extremism, and the devastating human cost of civil conflict. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781527767294_0
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781527767294
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781527767294
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