The Great Book of Spain by Bill O'neill
How much do you know about Spain? There's so much to learn about the largest country in the Iberian Peninsula that it could fill several books and you still wouldn't even know it all. In this trivia book, you'll learn several fascinating and fun facts about Spain's history (ancient and modern), pop culture, geography, folklore, and so much more In The Great Book of Spain, you'll learn:What are the origins of the Spanish language?What did Hannibal and elephants have to do with early Spanish history?Who are some of Spain's greatest and most influential artists?Where are some of Spain's most haunted locales?How did Spain get its national flag?What are some of Spain's top tourist spots?What are the most popular sports in Mexico?What are Spain's major industries?What is Spain's most popular folk dance?
And so much more
This book is packed with trivia facts about Spain that will at times make you wonder and at other times freak you out. There is no doubt, though, that all of the facts in this book will fascinate you.
Whether you just have a passing interest in Spain, or planning on visiting the country, or you already think you're an expert on the country, you are sure to learn something new on every page of this book. You will amaze not only yourself with your newfound knowledge about Spain, but also your friends and family.
Bill O'Neill is a Cornell University graduate who grew up in rural Ohio. He was elected to the New Mexico State Legislature in 2008 and is currently serving his third term. His first novel and poetry collection were both critically acclaimed, and SHORT SESSION (Red Mountain Press, 2021) is the follow-up to his critically acclaimed PANORAMIC DIARIES (Red Mountain Press, 2020). He's also the author of THE FREEDOM OF THE IGNORED (Red Mountain Publishing, 2017), a poetry book. Bill's work with non-profits has defined his career, with a concentration on incarcerated juveniles and adults.
He credits his early writing influence to his mentor E.L. Doctorow, who was named an Emerging Leader by the University of Virginia's Darden School in 2016. Doctorow is a writer who is well-known for his
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| ISBN 13 | 9781648450488 |
| ISBN 10 | 1648450482 |
| Title | The Great Book of Spain |
| Author | Bill O'neill |
| Series | History And Fun Facts |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Lak Publishing |
| Year published | 2020-05-18 |
| Number of pages | 192 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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