Franco - A Personal and Political Biography

Examines in detail how General Francisco Franco became dictator and how his leadership led to victory in the Spanish Civil War that consolidated his regime. The authors also explore Franco's role in the great repression that accompanied the Civil War and examine at length his controversial role in World War II.

About the author

Stanley G. Payne is the Hilldale-Jaume Vicens Vives Professor of History Emeritus at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the author of many books, including A History of Fascism, 1914-1945; The Franco Regime, 1936-1975; and Spain: A Unique History. Jesús Palacios is a noted historian, investigative journalist, and adjunct professor at the University of Madrid.

Summary

Examines in detail how General Francisco Franco became dictator and how his leadership led to victory in the Spanish Civil War that consolidated his regime. The authors also explore Franco's role in the great repression that accompanied the Civil War and examine at length his controversial role in World War II.

Product details

• Authors: Jesus Palacios, Jesús Palacios, Stanley G Payne, Stanley G. Payne, Stanley G. Palacios Payne, Stanley G./ Palacios Payne
• Publisher: The University of Wisconsin Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.12.2018
• EAN: 9780299302146
• ISBN: 978-0-299-30214-6
• No. of pages: 632
• Dimensions: 155 mm x 230 mm x 55 mm
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Biographies, autobiographies; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education; Europäische Geschichte, BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Political, Südeuropa, Biography / Autobiography, BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Presidents & Heads of State, HISTORY / Europe / Spain & Portugal