Ferdinand of Aragon and Isabella of Castile
I will be teaching an eight week course about the history of Imperial Spain at the University of Toronto, School of Continuing Studies on Tuesdays from March 6 until April 24 at 11am. Click here for more details and to register.
Course Description:
Ferdinand and Isabella transformed Spain into a world power. They sponsored Columbus’s voyages to the Americas and formed alliances with other European kingdoms. This new imperial Spain had a dark side in the rise of the Inquisition, the expulsion of Spain’s Jews and the exploitation of the colonies’ native peoples. Gold and silver from the Americas made Spain’s rulers the richest in Europe until the Golden Age came to an end with the wars of the 18th century. Join Carolyn Harris for illustrated lectures and lively discussion about the rise, fall and enduring influence of imperial Spain.
What You’ll Learn:
Discern the lessons of the rise and fall of Imperial Spain for modern politics and international relations.
Appreciate the art and culture of Golden Age Spain and their lasting impact on painting, literature and architecture.
Trace the influence of Imperial Spain on the politics and culture of Latin America today.