Javier Cercas

Javier Cercas, a prominent Spanish novelist and columnist at El País, delves into Spain’s tumultuous modern history. He discusses the country’s transition from dictatorship to democracy and the ongoing Catalonian secession movement. Cercas emphasizes the importance of confronting a nation’s troubled past to forge a cohesive identity. He draws parallels with Germany’s historical reckoning, shedding light on how acknowledging complex histories shapes democratic stability and national narratives. A thought-provoking conversation on memory and identity!