Antes que sea tarde

Antes que sea tarde is a deeply personal and literary account of one of the most significant periods in Spanish history. Written by Carmen Parga, this book offers a unique and relatable perspective on the experiences of women during the Republic and the Spanish Civil War. Unlike her husband's work, Testimonio de dos guerras, Parga's writing is more intimate and humorous, making the reader feel like they are sharing a conversation with the author. Parga's story is marked by both hardship and optimism, as she navigates the challenges of living under different regimes and forms of government. Her writing is infused with a strong sense of irony and a distinctly Galician personality, making her account feel both authentic and engaging. Despite the difficulties she faced, Parga's vision of the world remains hopeful and humanistic, drawing the reader in from the very first page. Born in La Coruña in 1914, Carmen Parga went on to study philosophy during the Republic and later emigrated to the Soviet Union with her husband, who was fighting in the war. Her experiences during the second world war and her subsequent exile in Yugoslavia and Czechoslovakia had a profound impact on her life and writing.