The Age of Disenchantments
by Aaron Shulman
"The Epic Story of Spain's Most Notorious Literary Family and the Long Shadow of the Spanish Civil War"
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The Age of Disenchantments by Aaron Shulman
Details
War:
Spanish Civil War
Perspective:
Civilian
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
No
Region:
Europe
Page Count:
496
Published Date:
2020
ISBN13:
9780062484208
Summary
The Age of Disenchantments chronicles the Panero family, Spain's most famous literary dynasty, whose story mirrors the tumultuous history of 20th century Spain. Aaron Shulman explores how the Spanish Civil War and Franco dictatorship shaped this family of poets across generations. The book examines patriarch Leopoldo Panero's collaboration with the regime, his widow Felicidad's complex role, and their three sons who became poets while struggling with mental illness and addiction. Through intimate portraits, Shulman reveals how political trauma and personal dysfunction intertwined, offering insights into Spain's cultural memory and the lasting impact of civil conflict.
