Iberia
by James A. Michener
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Book Reviews of Iberia
Book Review: Estupendo
Summary: 5 Stars
Written in 1968 this is a non-fictional account of James Michener's travels throughout Spain during his lifetime. He includes much history, local culture, tradition, and insight into this somewhat enigmatic country. Still relevant, but if you'd like to complement this book with a more recent follow-up, I would suggest Ghosts of Spain by Giles Tremlett, but first read Michener if you want to get some great comprehensive background. The two in fact complement each other.Book Review: Spain: The country that shaped Michener
Summary: 4 Stars
Written over a period of 30 years, this is really a timeless piece of work about how Spain shaped Michener, the young man and later, the successful writer. Of course, other writers and artists have also influenced by Spain, such as Earnest Hemmingway and Orson Wells. But few books about Spain provide a deeper understanding and appreciation of the country's history, under Islam and Christiandom, as well as it political and modern day pace of life.Book Review: MARVELOUS
Summary: 5 Stars
IBERIA is non-fiction memoir of Michener's experiences in Spain. I read the book before I went to Spain and found that Michener was right. He said Spain haunts people who go there. I've been all over the world and Spain is the only place that haunts me in a delicious way.
Spain likely was the heart and soul of Imperial Rome.
IBERIA is a splendid tale about a splendid place.
Book Review: My gosh, it is NON-Fiction
Summary: 1 Stars
As a James Michener fan I thought this would be his usual excellent book. It may be good for others, but it wasn't for me. Well duh, it is NON-Fiction. I'm sorry but it didn't have the usual Michener way of grabbing you. This is probably a great book for a studious reader, someone interest in the details of Spain (Iberia). Unless that's you maybe you should skip this one.Book Review: A treasured Spanish reference
Summary: 5 Stars
A massive and informative book that I recommend to anyone who wants to travel in Spain or study its culture. The writer's vast knowledge on Spain is told in an interesting manner which includes conversations with Spaniards of all backgrounds. He covers everything from Spanish art to betting on soccer matches.