"Memories of the past, traditions and customs" - this is what each page of the book "Things that were: pictures of customs" by the famous Spanish writer Pedro Antonio de Alarcón conveys to us. In this collection of stories, the author recreates the life of Spain in past centuries, describing the customs, rituals, traditions and daily life of the inhabitants. The book transports the reader to a unique world of the past, where every thing, every event, every person has its own story. "Things That Were: Pictures of Customs" is a fascinating journey through time that will allow everyone to enjoy the beauty and uniqueness of the past.