Cuentos Contados: Twice-Told Tales with practical Exercises [Hardcover] John M Pittaro, Alexander Green

Description

Hardcover is fraying. No dust jacket. The pages have pencil marks and yellowing. The binding is secure. Some markings on a few pages saying “Whitworth College”.

This well-loved copy of “Cuentos Contados: Twice-Told Tales with practical Exercises” by John M. Pittaro and Alexander Green offers a unique glimpse into the world of Spanish language learning in mid-20th century America. Published in the era when the United States was emerging as a global superpower, this textbook reflects the growing importance of Spanish proficiency in diplomacy, business, and cultural exchange.

The pencil markings and “Whitworth College” inscriptions hint at the book’s use in classroom settings, where eager students grappled with the nuances of Spanish grammar and vocabulary through the timeless tales within. The fraying hardcover and yellowed pages speak to the countless hands this volume has passed through, each reader leaving their mark on its journey.

For collectors, this particular copy holds special value as a tangible artifact of the era’s language education methods and the dissemination of Hispanic literature and culture across American campuses. It serves as a bridge between the past and present, inviting readers to explore the evolving role of Spanish in shaping the nation’s intellectual and cultural landscape.