Courtship Customs in Postwar Spain

Carmen Martín Gaite explores the impact of the Franco regime on Spanish society, focusing on how its principles and policies shaped the behaviors and attitudes of an entire generation during the early postwar years. Through her eloquent narrative, she delves into the psychological and social ramifications of living under oppressive rule, shedding light on the complexities of life in Spain during the 1940s and 1950s.