Javier Cercas - The Anatomy of a Moment

The Irish Independent“Outstanding...” Cercas is not only writing a scrupulous, truthful account of the failed coup, he is helping to bring the tormented story of the Spanish Civil War to its conclusion at last...

Scotsman“I don't expect to read a better new book this year...” It is impossible to summarise its richness; it displays a probing and illuminating political intelligence, offers fascinating character studies and grips like a high-class thriller...

The Independent“a fascinating account of a key event in Spain's recent history...” Cercas is a masterly storyteller. Extensively researched, rigorous with the facts. It is not only history, though, for where the facts end Cercas enters people's minds and speculates on their motives. The book is rich with vivid images...

The Telegraph“Another crucial episode in the history of his country...” He is not only writing a scrupulous, truthful account of the failed coup, he is helping to bring the tormented story of the Civil War to its conclusion at last. His subtle intelligence, narrative gifts and intellectual honesty are outstanding...

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