Discover with us the fascinating Seville that has come to life through the works of prominent Spanish authors. In “The Barefoot Queen” by Ildefonso Falcones, We are transported to the 18th century with a gypsy from Triana facing a royal decree. In “The Legend of the Thief” by Juan Gómez-Jurado, We travel to the 16th century, where a plot of love and revenge is woven in a world of nobles and beggars.
Arturo Pérez-Reverte, for his part, offers us “The Skin of the Drum”, a contemporary mystery located in the heart of Seville, between hackers and the Vatican. Each novel highlights the charm of Seville, a city that, with its rich history and vibrant settings, inspires great literary works, becoming another character in these exciting stories.
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The historical legacy of “The Barefoot Queen”«, one of the books set in Seville that you should not miss this summer
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the mid-18th century with “The Barefoot Queen,” where Triana comes to life next to the churches of San Jacinto and Santa Ana. Learn the story of a gypsy from Triana faced with a royal decree that changes her destiny. Discover how Ildefonso Falcones uses emblematic places to transport us to a dark period in Sevillian historyoffering a unique vision of the life and struggles of that time.
