This handbook to contemporary Spain and the Spanish language is packed with essential information on politics, economy, and institutions, covering the basics that are taken for granted by most Spaniards. Intended for readers without specialist knowledge in any of the subjects concerned, this is a valuable handbook for English-speaking students of Spanish.

Contemporary Spain: A Handbook

Literature & Fiction

Ross, Christopher J.

History & Criticism

Hodder Education Publishers

Contemporary Spain provides an accessible introduction to the politics, economy, institutions media and cinema of contemporary Spain.
This fully revised fourth edition includes new material that makes this the most comprehensive, accurate and up-to-date account of the situation in Spain at this juncture
Key features include:
<ul>
<li>accessible and authoritative background information ideal for the non-specialist language student</li>
<li>each chapter contains a Spanish/English glossary giving guidance on the use of specialist terms in context along with further reading</li>
<li>ideal starting point for more in-depth study.</li>
</ul>
New to this edition: 
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<li>coverage brought up-to-date to include the current economic crisis, related austerity measures and social difficulties</li>
<li>new section on the changing public perception of the Spanish monarchy and significant new cases of corruption</li>
<li>several chapters expanded to include key topics such as the role of the Internet and social media, key economic issues currently facing the country, youth employment and civil discontent</li>
<li>‘Spain in the Contemporary World’ thoroughly revised to include a more comprehensive account of the relationship between Spain and the EU and other parts of the world</li>
<li>new chapter on ‘The Media and Film’ covering covering the most relevant directors and films in contemporary Spanish cinema.. This chapter also includes a discussion on the regional differences and cultures of the various autonomous communities.</li>
<li>Suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter.</li>
</ul>
Contemporary Spain is an invaluable resource for all undergraduate students on Hispanic Studies courses. The authoritative background information provides a solid foundation and a springboard for further study.

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Studying Spanish? Spending a year in Spain? Or maybe going to work there? Then you'll need this handbook of contemporary Spain and the Spanish language. Revised and expanded, and packed with essential information on politics, economy, and institutions, it covers the basics that are taken for granted by most Spaniards. This new edition includes recent events such as the 2004 Madrid bombings and the subsequent election of a socialist government, ETA's 2006 cease-fire and its later revocation, and the country's recent economic success. Each chapter also contains a SpanishEnglish glossary giving guidance on the use of specialist terms in context. This handbook is invaluable for all those with a wish to learn more about Spain, its language, and its people.

Contemporary Spain

Richardson, Bill

Sangrador-Vegas, Begoña

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Contemporary Spain