Homage to Catalonia

What is Barcelona like when Orwell first arrives in 1936?

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George Orwell arrives in Barcelona, Spain, in late December, 1936. He describes the revolutionary spirit in the city as remarkable. Orwell sees pamphlets, posters and flags everywhere. Buses and buildings are painted in red and black, indicating that they have been collectivized.

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Homage to Catalonia