The Industrialization of Bizkaia: Social and Labor Consequences
1. Introduction
The novel “El Intruso” by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez reflects the sudden change and clash between two worlds and the social conflicts in the industrial environment of Bilbao: from the pre-industrial society (peasant, traditional, Catholic) to a new society (proletarianized, immigrant, in favor of new ideologies).
2. Content
Precedents
* Beginnings of industrialization in Bizkaia. Appearance of the Bessemer converter, which took advantage of the iron from Bizkaia with excellent characteristics
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The Tertiary Sector
The tertiary sector provides services to people and other economic sectors.
The Growth of the Service Sector
- A large number of activities such as healthcare, education, tourism, retail, transport and logistics, communications, culture, leisure, sports, etc.
- Developed countries: both the number of employed people and wealth generated have increased.
- Less developed countries: increased number of employed people.
- Growth coincided with the emergence of the information society.
- It causes
Analysis of Spanish and Foreign Population Structure by Age and Immigration Trends
Structure of Spanish and Foreign Population by Age
The Spanish population pyramid exhibits a contractionary structure, characterized by a low birth rate and a longer life expectancy, particularly among women. This pattern is typical of most economically developed countries. Let’s break down the pyramid into its age groups:
Children (0-15 years)
There are slightly more boys than girls in this age group (105 boys per 100 girls). The base of the pyramid is narrow due to the declining birth rate since
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Political Causes:
The conquest of territories was an opportunity to acquire gold and silver to finance their rule as well as gain personal glory. It was a way to demonstrate their power over the medieval institutions.
Economic Causes:
The fall of Constantinople to the Turks (1453) had closed the traditional European trade route that brought supplies of spices, luxury products, silk, and precious stones from Asia. Therefore, to bring them to Europe, it was necessary to use a new route.
Scientific and
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Causes of the Decline
1. Political Actions by the Monarchy:
- 1412: Compromise of Caspe. Introduction of the Trastámara dynasty, favoring Castilian influence.
- 1465: Marriage of Isabella of Spain to Ferdinand of Aragon. The Catalan court disappeared,
Forestry Management of Pine and Oak Species in the Iberian Peninsula
Pine Species
Aleppo Pine
Pinus halepensis, commonly known as the Aleppo pine, is found in the southeast of the Iberian peninsula, the Balearic Islands, and some interior points. It prefers sunny areas with abundant rainfall. Forestry practices for Aleppo pine include thinning in the short term, followed by a large cut in the understory to promote regular mass.
Black Pine
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