Figures
Knowledge pills about the history, culture and nature of the Canary Islands
Doramas: The Last Indigenous Hero of Gran Canaria
Doramas, born into humble origins, rose to become a symbol of resistance and leadership against the Castilian conquest of Gran Canaria in the 15th century.
The Subtle Presence of Canarians in Galdós' Episodios Nacionales
Benito Pérez Galdós rarely highlights his fellow Canarians in the Episodios Nacionales, a literary choice that reflects both his personal ties to the islands and his vision of Spanish history.
Ángel Guerra and Canarian Regionalism: Lanzarote’s Role in Shaping Identity
The figure of Ángel Guerra (José Betancort Cabrera) highlights Lanzarote’s influence on the rise of Canarian regionalism and the debate on insular identity at the turn of the 20th century.
Francisca de Gazmira: The Voice of the Canarian Aborigines
Discover the story of Francisca de Gazmira, a Canarian woman who fought for the rights of the aborigines during the conquest of La Palma.