civil war, 1936-1939

Looks at the life and work of war photographers Robert Capa and Gerta Taro, who were pioneers in the field of photojournalism as they captured images from the Spanish Civil War.

"For three crucial years in the 1930s, the Spanish Civil War dominated headlines in America and around the world, as volunteers flooded to Spain to help its democratic government fight off a fascist uprising led by Francisco Franco and aided by Hitler and Mussolini... Adam Hochschild presents ... compelling characters and weaves their stories together to reveal the full tragedy and importance of the war..."--Jacket flap.

"Pablo Picasso's mural Guernica is on display at the 1937 International Exposition. Both sides of the Spanish Civil War quickly realize that the painting contains clues to the whereabouts of the supernatural Spear of Destiny. It's occult power can change the outcome of the Civil War, just as it has done on other battles throughout history. As Paula's imagination begins to decipher the hidden symbols, Francisco Franco's secret agents are not far behind her. They are ready to capture the Spear at the most opportune moment, convinced that impulsive Paula will betray her quest for the Spear"--Back cover.

Following a bloody civil war, young Ofelia enters a world of unimaginable cruelty when she moves in with her new stepfather, a tyrannical military officer. She discovers a mysterious labyrinth in her imagination and meets a faun who sends her on a path to save herself and her ailing mother.

Looks at the Spanish Civil War through those who witnessed it including reporters, writers, artists, doctors, and nurses.

Steve travels to Spain and uncovers his late grandfather's involvement in the Spanish Civil War.

Traces the wartime destinies of six individuals against the backdrop of the Spanish Civil War in Madrid, among them are Ernest Hemingway, Martha Gellhorn, and Arturo Barea, and makes use of unpublished letters and diaries, official documents, and recovered reels of film.