Today we get a rare glimpse into what flamenco was like during the late 1800's, by reading Chapter 16 of French travel writer Hector France's book, Backpacking Through Spain. Transport yourself to a time when flamenco dancing was banned and you really had to search very hard to find the real thing!

Sound credit for the live music recording at around the 20 minute mark to Kevin Luce at freesound.org.