Liverpool University Press Jose Maria Gil-Robles - Liverpool Studies in Spanish History

Explore the life and political impact of Jose Maria Gil-Robles through this academic study from Liverpool University Press. As a central figure in twentieth-century Spanish politics, Gil-Robles shaped the landscape of the Second Republic (1931-36). This book examines his role as the founder of CEDA, the first modern party of the Spanish right. Readers will learn about his efforts to build a legalist, possibilist movement designed to win influence through the ballot box and parliamentary strength. The text covers his significant electoral victory in November 1933 and the complex political tensions he faced during a period of intense constitutional debate. This volume is an essential resource for those studying Spanish history, conservative Catholic movements, and the political dynamics of the interwar period.