Draughtsman engineers serving the Spanish monarchy in the sixteenth to eighteenth centuries

by Alicia Cámara Muñoz, Alfonso Muñoz Cosme, José Calvo López, Javier Ortega Vidal, Juan Miguel Muñoz Corbalán, Fernando Cobos, Carlos José Hernando Sánchez, Pablo de la Fuente de Pablo, Consuelo Gómez López, Antonio Bravo Nieto, Sergio Ramírez González, Maurizio Vesco, Annalisa Dameri, Isabelle Warmoes, Emilie D'Orgeix, Margarita-Ana Vázquez-​Manassero, Ana García Serrano, Ángel Castellanos, Jesús López Díaz

2016 · Fundación Juanelo Turriano

This volume of the collection Juanelo Turriano Lectures on the history of engineeringcontains the findings of R&D+I research project HAR 2012-31117El dibujante ingeniero al servicio de la monarquía hispánica. Siglos XVI-XVIII (DIMH)[draughtsman engineers serving the Spanish monarchy in the sixteenth to eighteenth centuries], funded by the Spanish Ministry of the Economy and Competitiveness and implemented under the leadership of Alicia Cámara Muñoz, Head of the National Distance University’s (UNED) Art History Department. Authored by project researchers and other specialists, the chapters are grouped under four main sections: «Engineers vs architects, Illustrated design»; «Describing frontiers»; «Dissemination: Custom and form»; and «Digital humanities in the DIMH Project». Key aspects of engineers’ drawings, applied by the court to a number of purposes throughout the three centuries, are addressed under each heading. These illustrations and their authors were used by the crown to glean information on, control and transform cities and territories. The novel focus adopted enhances the understanding of the development, coding and usage of drawing. The participation of historians, art historians, architects and IT engineers attests to the interdisciplinary nature of the project and the changes taking place over the years in the study of images that lie halfway between art and science. Tabla de Contenidos PREFACE / Alicia Cámara I. ENGINEERS VS ARCHITECTS, DESIGN DRAWING: 1. Drawing instruments, engineering methods and representation systems in sixteenth through eighteenth centuries fortification design / Alfonso Muñoz Cosme 2. From stonecutting to descriptive geometry. Orthographic projection and military engineering from the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment / José Calvo López Eighteenth century engineers' and architects' drawings for the "Royal Sites" : survey record and design / Javier Ortega Vidal 4. Military map-making urgency in Early Eighteenth Century Spain. Ordinance of engineers and the Academy of Mathematics / Juan Miguel Muñoz Corbalán 5. Methodology applicable to the graphic analysis of fortification projects / Fernando Cobos II. DESCRIBING FRONTIERS: 6. Keeping secrets and mapping frontiers: government and image in the Spanish Monarchy / Carlos José Hernando Sánchez 7. Luis Pizaño and his projects for Roses: idea, drawing, and decision / Pablo de la Fuente de Pablo 8. Alliance or defence: military strategy and diplomacy in the Spanish Monarchy's Seventeenth century projects for Western Liguria / Consuelo Gómez López 9. City, war and drawing in the Sisteenth century: from Tripoli to the Moroccan Atlantic / Antonio Bravo Nieto y Sergio Ramírez González 10. Designing the bastion against the turks: Sicily and Malta / Maurizio Vesco 11. Defending a border. Piedmont and Lombardy cities in the first half of the Seventeenth century / Annalisa Dameri III. DISSEMINATION: CUSTOM AND FORM: 12. The rationalisation and codification ot the cartographic practises of French military engineers under Louis XIV / Isabelle Warmoes 13. The engineer, the royal academies, and the drawing of maps and plans in France in the Early Modern Period / Emilie d'Orgeix "Looking at the world on two sheets of paper": the image of the orb and mathematics in the education of prince Philip III / Margarita Váquez_Manassero 15. "Tengo gran macchina di cose perr intagliare..." [I have a large collection of things to be engraved...]. The drawing of commander Tiburzio Spannocchi, chief engineer of the kingdoms of Spain / Alicia Cámara IV. DIGITAL HUMANITIES IN THE DIMH PROJECT: 16. Modelling, access and visualization in the DIMH Spanish project / Ana García Serrano y Ángel Castellanos 17. Future answer to the historian: the current development ot the semantic web in the area of historical archives / Jesús López Díaz BOOKS PUBLISHED BY FUNDACIÓN JUANELO TURRIANO.

The History of the Inquisition of Spain

by Juan Antonio Llorente

2023 · Good Press

In "The History of the Inquisition of Spain," Juan Antonio Llorente delves into the intricate and often harrowing narrative of one of history's most infamous institutions. Written in the early 19th century, Llorente's work employs a meticulous historical approach, enriched with extensive archival research that underscores the Inquisition's impact on Spanish society from its inception to its eventual decline. Llorente's literary style, marked by clarity and rigorous detail, invites readers to confront the complexities of the interplay between religion, politics, and social dynamics within a turbulent historical context. Llorente, a Spanish historian and former Inquisitor, offers a unique perspective shaped by his own experiences within the ecclesiastical system. His personal journey, which transitioned from a participant in the institution to a critic of its methods, enriches the narrative with authenticity and insights. His commitment to promoting enlightenment values and advocating for reformations in Spain led him to unravel the dark legacy of the Inquisition, positioning his work as a crucial text for understanding both ecclesiastical history and the evolution of modern Spain. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in the intersection of religion, power, and societal change in early modern Europe. Llorente's thorough documentation and compelling analysis not only illuminate the historical realities of the Inquisition but also provoke critical reflection on its lasting implications. Scholars, students, and history enthusiasts alike will find this comprehensive account an invaluable addition to their understanding of Spanish history. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life. - Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.