The Bible in Spain: Or, the Journeys, Adventures, and Imprisonments of an Englishman, in an Attempt to Circulate the Scriptures in the Peninsula
1712
The Bible in Spain: Or, the Journeys, Adventures, and Imprisonments of an Englishman, in an Attempt to Circulate the Scriptures in the Peninsula
1712
History - Modern (1750+), Religion/Spirituality, Travel Writing
The Bible in Spain, published in 1843 by George Borrow, chronicles his experiences as a Bible salesman in Spain from 1835 to 1838 during the Carlist Civil War. The narrative combines personal anecdotes with cultural observations, highlighting the challenges he faced from the Roman Catholic Church and political opposition while attempting to circulate the Scriptures. Borrow's vivid descriptions of Spanish towns and his encounters with diverse characters provide insights into the religious and social landscape of 19th-century Spain, making this work a significant account of faith and cultural exchange.
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