Description
THE PATRIOTIC OGRE
Book Summary
In this work, historian Juan Carlos Losada dismantles the myths and falsehoods constructed around the Spanish Civil War. Through a rigorous and accessible analysis, the author reveals how propaganda and historical manipulation have distorted our understanding of this crucial period. The reader will find a critical review of the official accounts, discovering the political interests and disinformation strategies that still persist in the collective imagination.
What is it about?
Juan Carlos Losada examines in depth the legends and commonplaces that have marked the interpretation of the Spanish Civil War. Based on documentary sources and a solid historical methodology, the author breaks down key episodes, emblematic figures, and official discourses to show how a patriotic narrative that hides uncomfortable realities was constructed. The book not only dismantles myths but also offers a critical vision that invites the reader to question simplistic and partisan versions of the conflict, providing keys to understanding the roots of historical memory in Spain.
Main Topics
- Critical analysis of propaganda during the Spanish Civil War.
- Dismantling of historical myths and falsehoods about the conflict.
- Manipulation of historical memory and construction of official narratives.
- Review of key figures and episodes from a rigorous perspective.
- Relationship between patriotism, nationalism, and historical narrative.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in the contemporary history of Spain, especially the Civil War and its consequences. It is also ideal for those seeking a critical and documented perspective on historical memory, as well as for students, teachers, and historiography enthusiasts who wish to delve into the mechanisms of propaganda and the construction of political narratives.
What this book contributes
- A documented review of the most widespread myths about the Spanish Civil War.
- Tools to identify historical manipulation and propaganda.
- A critical approach that encourages independent thinking about the past.
- Keys to understanding the persistence of official narratives today.
Technical Sheet
- Author: LOSADA, JUAN CARLOS
- Publisher: PASADO Y PRESENTE, S.L
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: HISTORY, HISTORY OF SPAIN, MILITARY HISTORY, SPANISH CIVIL WAR
- Collection: HISTORY
- Publication Date: March 2020
- Number of pages: 340
- Weight: 470 g
Editorial Review
This is a work of historical popularization that fulfills its purpose of demystifying the official narrative of the Spanish Civil War. Juan Carlos Losada offers an accessible yet well-founded analysis, ideal for readers seeking a critical and documented perspective. Although his approach may be controversial for those who defend traditional versions, the book provides a necessary counterpoint to the debate on historical memory in Spain.