Ricardo de la Cierva
Spanish historian, essayist and politician known for his works on the Spanish Civil War and 20th-century Spanish history; active in public life as an author and parliamentarian.
Books
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1. El Opus Dei
A critical, investigative history that traces the rise of a Catholic lay organization from its founding through its consolidation as a powerful and secretive network, analyzing its spirituality and internal discipline alongside its accumulation of influence in Spanish society, business and government; the book examines how members came to occupy technocratic posts during the Franco era, the controversies and scandals surrounding their methods and secrecy, and the broader political and cultural consequences of their conservative ideology.