We were supposed to read "Ghosts of
Spain" by Giles Tremlett for our English class. It may seem dull and
boring at first glance, but it has some interesting stories about corruption,
prostitution and Spaniards way of living.
In my opinion, the author describes the
Spaniards so close to the stereotypes. Although I don't like to admit it, maybe
he's not wrong because Spaniards themselves reflect them in TV serials and
films as gossip, rowdy and busybody.
What surprised me the most is the huge
amount of brothels which exist in Spain and the how much men go there. I didn't
know it was so widespread.
Although their providing services for the
disabled sounds funny, it really disappointed me the existence of so much
prostitution and the fact that some prostitutes think that they are providing a
social service and accept to be there instead of fighting for something better.
On the other hand, I found interesting the
GAL group story and its methods to capture ETA terrorists. It sounds so unbelievable,
like a detective story.
The chapter I liked the most was
"Moderns and Ruins" because describes Spaniard as full of complexes, but
trying to hide them behind a mask of fun-loving who don't care about nothing
serious.
We had to read just five chapters, but
maybe when I finish my exams and have some free time I'll read the others.
For the time being, I'm focused on passing
my exams.
Keep your fingers crossed! :)
Mónica
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