Description
SOLEDAT
Book Summary
Soledat is a biographical novel that pays tribute to an Andalusian woman who, in the midst of the post-Civil War period, emigrated to Catalonia in search of a decent future. Through her memories while bedridden in a hospital, the work unfolds a life marked by resilience, deep roots in an adoptive land, and kindness as a driving force of existence. Anselmo Aguadé constructs an emotional and human story that explores identity, displacement, and the strength of those who rebuild their lives far from home.
What is it about?
The novel is set in the Spanish post-war period, when thousands of Andalusians emigrated to Catalonia fleeing misery. The protagonist, a young woman who left her homeland as a teenager, manages to put down deep roots in her new home, vowing never to be uprooted again. From a hospital bed, the narrator humbly recounts the key episodes of her life: the journey, the work, the difficulties, and the construction of a new world. The work is an intimate portrait of female resilience and the ability to find dignity and love in the midst of adversity.
Main themes
- Emigration and displacement in the Spanish post-war period.
- Resilience and overcoming adversity.
- Identity and belonging to an adoptive land.
- Kindness and humility as fundamental values.
- Memory and recollection as a way of rebuilding life.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in historical fiction set in post-war Spain, especially regarding internal migration and its social consequences. It is also recommended for those seeking intimate and emotional stories about strong women, as well as for those who appreciate biographical novels that explore memory and personal identity.
What this book offers
- A human and intimate perspective on Andalusian emigration to Catalonia.
- A tribute to the figure of the woman as a pillar of family resilience.
- A reflection on putting down roots and constructing a new identity.
- An emotional narrative that invites empathy and historical understanding.
Technical specifications
- Author: AGUADE LOPEZ, ANSELMO
- Publisher: COSSETANIA
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: Historical fiction
- Collection: Narrative
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: June 2010
- Number of pages: 184
- Weight: 304 g
Editorial review
Soledat is a work that stands out for its sensitivity and its ability to give voice to an often silenced historical experience. Anselmo Aguadé achieves a moving and authentic portrait of post-war emigration, focused on the figure of a woman who builds her life through humility and strength. It is a recommended read for those who value personal stories as a window into collective memory, and for those interested in contemporary Catalan historical narrative.