This book is an in-depth study of the political and ideological dynamics of the Spanish left during the 1936–1939 Civil War. Burnett Bolloten provides a detailed analysis of the internal rivalries between leftist factions—including anarchists, socialists, and communists—and how the struggle for power within the republic significantly influenced the course of the revolution and the outcome…
Daniele Conversi's book is a comprehensive introduction to Basque and Catalan nationalism. The two movements have much in common but have differed in the strategies adopted to further their cause. Basque nationalism, in the shape of the military wing of ETA, took the path of violence, spawning an efficient terrorist campaign. Catalan nationalism, by contrast, is generally more accommodating and…
spain beyond myths reviews the recent spectacular performance of the Spanish economy (with also some undesirable results. like inequality); the paradigm of diversity (with the interlinking of State and Regions); and the impact of the tech- nological revolution. Finally, the authors discuss the changing role of Spain in the world by focus- ing on three basic areas of action: Europe. the Mediterr…