Julián Juderías
Julián Juderías was a Spanish writer and historian best known for popularizing the term 'leyenda negra' in his 1914 work, which critiques the negative portrayal of Spain and its empire in foreign narratives. He aimed to counteract the exaggerated and often false depictions of Spanish colonial history, arguing for a more balanced understanding of Spain's role in the Americas and its cultural contributions. His writings contributed significantly to the discourse surrounding Spanish national identity and historical perception.
Born on Jan 01, 1868 (157 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
No country-level mention data available.
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Paraguay:
Julián Juderías popularized the term 'leyenda negra' in his 1914 book, describing the negative portrayal of Spain.
5