After the fall presents a rich and vivid portrait of contemporary Spain at a critical moment in the country's history. The book tells the story of Spain's long boom and sudden bust, the brutal economic crisis that followed, and the political and social aftershocks that reverberate to this day. It explores the origins of the separatist movement in Catalonia, and its bitter clash with the Spanish government that culminated in a failed secession referendum and a divisive declaration of independence. It looks at the legacy of the Civil War and Franco dictatorship, and the continuing struggle over historical memory in Spain today.

First published in 2019.

Another country --Autumn in Catalonia -- The great hangover -- Left behind -- t Storming the heavens -- t The quiet Galician -- A history of violence -- Spain's cross to bear -- The new Spaniards -- The Spanish exception.