Espaг±a - Maria Lara.... - Mentiras De La Historia De

: A peculiar story involves the "Filekina," a supposed "patriotic gasoline" made from juice that an Austrian con artist tried to sell to Francisco Franco during the post-war years of scarcity.

Imagine stepping into the (Time Headquarters), a conceptual space the authors use to interrogate History herself—depicted as a woman wearing the headdress of the Lady of Elche and the dress of a Menina . Here, the "lies" are classified into categories like misunderstandings, slanders, and outright scams. Mentiras de la Historia de EspaГ±a - Maria Lara....

: A recurring theme is the Leyenda Negra (Black Legend), a series of historical distortions used by foreign powers—and sometimes Spaniards themselves—to vilify the Spanish Empire. The authors aim to reconcile these narratives with documented facts, such as the Spanish Empire's early concerns for human rights. About the Authors : A peculiar story involves the "Filekina," a

: The book dives into "bedroom lies," such as the claim that none of the children of King Charles IV were actually his, suggesting they were the result of the Queen's affairs, particularly with Manuel Godoy. : A recurring theme is the Leyenda Negra

: Every Spanish student learns that Miguel de Cervantes was the "Manco de Lepanto" (the one-armed man of Lepanto). The book clarifies that while he lost the use of his left hand due to nerve damage from arquebus wounds, he did not actually have his arm amputated—he still had two physical arms.

and her sister Laura are renowned historians and communicators in Spain. They are well-known for their segment "Vamos a contar verdades" (Let's tell truths) on the TV show Todo es mentira . Their style is described as academic yet highly accessible, blending a "scientist's balance" with a narrative flair that makes complex history feel like a compelling investigation. María Lara Martínez | Real Colegio Complutense