3 credit(s) This course analyzes a variety of primary documents such as historical texts and images to understand the history of Spain from prehistoric times to the present. The course highlights how Spain is a true crossroads for culture as home to various cultural and religious groups (Catholics, Muslims and Jews) and as a country with strong regional identities. Contemporary themes of youth culture, tourism, immigration, and the development of democracy complement the study of artistic expressions such as painting, architecture, music and cinema.