The Triumph of Democracy in Spain

by Paul Preston

Book Overview

The Triumph of Democracy in Spain tells a gripping story of the tortuous creation of Spain's constitutional monarchy. The book provides an authoritative account of the tribulations of the forces of progress, beginning in 1969 with the disintegration of Franco's dictatorship and ending with the remarkable Socialist election victory in 1982.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 041504314X
• ISBN13: 9780415043144
• Release Date: February 1987
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

A fine review of Post-Franco Spain

Paul Preston's study of Spain's year of transition following the death of Franco is extremely useful to understand the triumph of democracy in a country with little previous experience in liberty. A highly recommendable book for anybody interested in comtemporary Spanish history or for political scientists interested in transitions from authoritarian rule to democratic rule.