WHAT WERE THE PRINCIPAL EVENTS AND HISTORICAL FIGURES?

Who were the main figures that contributed to these changes?

Look, listen and read.

From: Santander

Profession: Artist Famous for: Her cubist paintings, Mujer con abanico (1914).

From: Jaén

Profession: Photographer

Famous for: First women to study photography and the only woman who participated in the Aragonese Exhibition of Zaragoza in 1868.

From: Málaga Profession: Philosopher, professor Famous for: During the Civil War she collaborated in humanitarian aid missions.

Specialised in cotton. At first, the industry used coal, but because of its high price. For this reason, many industries were created in the basins of the Ter and Llobregat rivers.

From: Barcelona

Profession: Filmmaker

Famous for: Demasiado viejo para morir joven (1988). She has won eight Goyas.

Group of women artists who are part of the well-known Generación del 27. This includes, Margarita Manso, Maruja Mallo, Concha Méndez, Josefina de la Torre, among others.

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From: Cádiz

Profession: Journalist and writer.

Famous for: Her novel, Manolito Gafotas, a boy from the neighborhood from Carabanchel. It reflected the Spanish society.

Have your ever watched or read any movie, painting, or book from these women? Ask your classmates.

Have you ever watched an Isabel Coixet’s movie?

No, I haven’t./ Yes, I have.

NOW I KNOW…

Women played an important role in the evolution of the economy, society, art, and culture.