{"product_id":"9788416575596","title":"NEW BITS OF BILBAO","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNEW BILBAO TIDBITS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn enjoyable and revealing journey through the history of Bilbao through eighty short stories. Esmeralda Hernando condenses in small doses the character, the figures, and the places that have forged the identity of a city in constant reinvention. This book offers the reader a close and entertaining look at the past and present of the town, ideal both for those who know it and for those who wish to discover it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work gathers eighty short stories that traverse the life of Bilbao from diverse perspectives. Each \"tidbit\" addresses an episode, a relevant character, or an emblematic space of the city: from unique buildings and symbolic hills to educational institutions and historical figures. The author narrates these fragments with a simple and direct style, prioritizing entertainment without sacrificing historical rigor. The common thread is Bilbao's capacity to overcome adversity and reinvent itself, showing how that resilience has been engraved in the hearts of its inhabitants and in the collective memory of the town.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLocal history of Bilbao: key episodes in the city's evolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical figures and relevant personalities linked to the town.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eArchitecture and urbanism: unique buildings and their social significance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBilbao identity: the pride of belonging and collective memory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUrban resilience: how Bilbao has transformed in the face of crises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at locals of Bilbao who wish to delve into the history of their city from an accessible and enjoyable perspective, as well as visitors and new residents interested in understanding the character and evolution of Bilbao. It will also be attractive to fans of local history, urban chronicles, and collections of short stories with a documentary background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccessible and entertaining knowledge of Bilbao's history in a micro-story format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA human and close vision of the characters and places that have marked the city's identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA light and fragmented read, ideal for enjoying at any time without losing the thread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA perspective on Bilbao's capacity for reinvention as an example of urban resilience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA perfect complement for those who already know the city and want to discover anecdotes and curiosities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: HERNANDO, ESMERALDA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: EL GALLO DE ORO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: LOCAL HISTORY, BILBAO LOCAL HISTORY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: SER DE BILBAO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: December 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 288 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn original proposal that combines historical dissemination with narrative appeal. The structure of brief tidbits facilitates flexible reading and makes the work accessible to all types of audiences. The author demonstrates a solid knowledge of the subject and manages to convey the emotional bond between the people of Bilbao and their city. It is a recommended read for those looking for a light yet substantial approach to local history, without academic pretensions but with factual rigor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EL GALLO DE ORO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405672079707,"sku":"9788416575596","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841657559.jpg?v=1781829695","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788416575596","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}