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Maria Lejarraga: a voice in the shadows

Maria Lejarraga: a voice in the shadows

The exhibition on María de la O Lejárragaa immerses us in the life and work of an exceptional woman, whose literary talent and social commitment made her a key figure in 20th-century Spanish culture.

Behind the name of Gregorio Martínez Sierra, the brilliant pen of María de la O Lejárraga was hidden. Teacher, playwright, novelist, politician and feminist activist, Lejárraga was a multifaceted woman who left an indelible mark on Spanish literature and society.

Despite her success as a playwright, her name was overshadowed by that of her husband. The exhibition invites us to discover the true author behind works such as "Canción de cuna" and "El amor que pasó", and to value her contribution to Spanish theatre.

Lejárraga was a fervent defender of women's rights and played a fundamental role in the Spanish feminist movement. Her fight for equality and her commitment to social justice made her a reference for many women of her time.

The exhibition offers us a journey through Lejárraga's life, from her beginnings as a writer to her exile in Argentina. Through manuscripts, photographs and personal objects, we can get to know a passionate, intelligent woman committed to her time.

The recovery of the figure of María Lejárraga is essential to understanding the history of Spanish culture and politics in the 20th century. Her legacy invites us to reflect on the importance of making creative women visible and to fight for a more just and equal society.

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