No. 16 (2017): Historical fiction by women authors in Spain (1975–2000): memory, diversity, and the rewriting of the past

This monograph examines the rise of historical novels written by women in Spain from the end of the Franco regime to the year 2000, highlighting their central role in the renewal of the genre and in the recovery of silenced memories. Traditional themes are expanded by incorporating gender perspectives, marginal voices, and private experiences that had previously been excluded from official historiography. These works challenge grand epic narratives by offering critical interpretations of power, violence, and female identity. The hybrid nature of these texts—blending history, autobiography, and fiction—is emphasized, allowing for an exploration of subjectivity and collective memory. The issue also highlights how these writers contributed to the consolidation of the historical genre in the publishing market and to its growing literary prestige.