The New Spaniards
The New Spaniards by John Hooper, published by Penguin Books in September 1995, offers an insightful exploration of contemporary Spain. This 496-page edition presents a detailed account of the societal changes that have taken place since the death of Franco, highlighting the complexities of a nation that attracts over 30 million foreign visitors each year, yet remains largely unexplored beyond its tourist hotspots.
Readers will find a thorough examination of Spain’s social conditions and historical context, delving into aspects such as industrial and cultural creativity, the dynamics of trade unions, and the unique features of its welfare state. By focusing on societal functions rather than political narratives, this book provides a nuanced understanding of modern Spain, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the country’s evolution and the realities faced by its citizens.
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Over 30 million foreigners travel to Spain every year – more than any other country, yet all but a handful see little of the country besides the holiday costas. This book describes the real Spain that has emerged since the death of Franco, a country of immense industrial and cultural creativity, of police trade unions and wife-swapping bars, a federal monarchy with a tax-paying king, a welfare state in which three-quarters of the unemployed do not qualify for assistance. Unlike many books on Spain, this book eschews politics to focus on the society and how it functions. The book won the Allen Lane Award.
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