Lucia Graves
A Woman Unknown
- ISBN 13:
- 9781860495533
- author:
- Lucia Graves
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Virago Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2000
- Pages:
- 288
- Genre:
- Biographies & True Stories
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
A Woman Unknown: Voices from a Spanish Life by Lucia Graves Lucia Graves' memoir is a captivating personal account of her life in Catalonia, where she grew up and raised a family. Born to the poet Robert Graves and his wife Beryl, Lucia found herself navigating the cultural traditions of Spain, Catalan, and English. As she recounts her childhood experiences, from watching bonfires on Good Friday to walking through Girona's Jewish quarter, Lucia offers a unique perspective on Catalonia and its people. Her story is also a thoughtful appraisal of a country struggling with tradition and change. This memoir provides a first-hand account of life in Catalonia during a time of significant social and political upheaval, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in Spanish culture and history.