Description
Antoni Fabra Ribas
Book Summary
This biography offers a detailed portrait of Antoni Fabra Ribas, a key figure in 20th-century Spanish cooperativism and socialism. The reader will discover the trajectory of a man who, from his youthful militancy in the PSOE to his exile in Latin America, dedicated his life to the dissemination and promotion of the cooperative movement. The work explores his role in historical events such as the Tragic Week, his work as an international propagandist, and his relevance as an official of the International Labour Organization.
What is it about?
The book narrates the life of Antoni Fabra Ribas, from his birth in Reus in 1879 to his death in Cambrils in 1958. His political and intellectual trajectory unfolds against a backdrop of social upheaval and political change in Spain and Europe. The work details his entry into the PSOE, where he defended pro-Spanish positions, and his prominent work as a popularizer of cooperativism, first in Spain and later, after the Civil War, in Latin American exile. Emphasis is placed on his participation in the leadership of the Barcelona general strike that culminated in the Tragic Week of 1909, his activity as a pro-Allied propagandist during the First World War, and his collaborations in the international press, including editorial work for L'Humanité. It also describes his network of contacts with European socialist, trade unionist, and cooperative leaders of the interwar period, his role as an official of the International Labour Organization, his work as a constituent deputy during the Second Republic, and his prolific written work on cooperativism.
Main Themes
- Biography of Antoni Fabra Ribas, a historical figure of Catalan and Spanish socialism and cooperativism.
- History of the cooperative movement in Spain and its international projection.
- Analysis of his political and intellectual role during the Second Republic and the Spanish Civil War.
- Context of the Republican exile in Latin America and the continuity of political activism.
- International relations of European socialism and trade unionism in the interwar period.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is especially recommended for readers interested in the political and social history of Spain, the labor movement, cooperativism, and the biographies of prominent 20th-century figures. It is also of interest to scholars of the Republican exile, the Second Republic, and the Civil War, as well as those who wish to learn about the trajectory of an intellectual committed to the dissemination of cooperative ideas.
What this book offers
- A detailed and documented vision of the life of one of the main promoters of cooperativism in Spain.
- Historical context on the socialist and trade union movement in Europe during the first half of the 20th century.
- Understanding of the international relationship networks that influenced the political thought of the time.
- Valuable information on the work of the International Labour Organization and its relationship with social movements.
- A human and political portrait of a key, often little-known character who lived through crucial moments in Spanish history.
Technical Details
- Author: Anguera, Pere
- Publisher: Eumo Editorial SAU
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: Biography: General, Biography: Historical, Political and Military
- Collection: Cooperativistes Cata
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: January 2005
- Number of pages: 80
- Weight: 198 g
Editorial Review
This work offers a rigorous and concise approach to the figure of Antoni Fabra Ribas, a fundamental character for understanding the history of cooperativism and socialism in Spain. Reading it is especially useful for those seeking a clear and well-documented introduction to his life and work, contextualized within the political and social events of his time. The brevity of the book (80 pages) makes it an accessible tool for students and history buffs, without sacrificing the depth of the content.