: Deep dives into the Second Republic, the Civil War, the Franco dictatorship, and the eventual Transition.

: The final sections address 21st-century issues, including the economic crisis of 2008 and the territorial tensions in Catalonia.

The book , coordinated by José Canal and Roberto Villa García , is a significant historiographical work that offers a comprehensive and updated analysis of Spanish history from the Peninsular War to the present day.

: Detailed analysis of the 1808 French invasion and the subsequent birth of Spanish liberalism with the Constitution of 1812.

: Many reviewers highlight the book's ambition to provide a "total history," integrating political, social, economic, and cultural dimensions. Articles in publications like El Mundo or ABC Cultural often emphasize its role in challenging "Black Legend" myths and providing a more balanced view of Spain’s modernization.

Several insightful reviews and articles discuss its impact on Spanish historiography: Key Perspectives and Articles