Thu, Mar 20
|Backstory English Bookshop
"The Abandoners": A Conversation with author Begoña Gómez Urzaiz & Maria Cardona Serra
Exploring Motherhood, Creativity, and Identity
Time & Location
Mar 20, 2025, 6:00 PM
Backstory English Bookshop, Carrer de Mallorca, 330, L'Eixample, 08037 Barcelona, España
About the event
Join us at Backstory Bookshop for an evening with celebrated local author and journalist Begoña Gómez Urzaiz as she discusses her critically acclaimed book, The Abandoners: Of Mothers and Monsters. This fascinating essay examines the lives of women—from Ingrid Bergman to Maria Montessori—who defied societal expectations by leaving their children, exploring themes of guilt, identity, and societal judgment.
In conversation with her literary agent Maria Cardona Serra, Begoña will delve into the creative process behind The Abandoners and its exploration of cultural bias, maternal expectations, and the sacrifices women make to pursue their passions.
This is a unique opportunity to meet a local author whose work resonates far beyond Barcelona, offering insights into universal themes of motherhood, ambition, and the cultural forces that shape women’s lives. You’ll have the chance to ask questions and discuss the book directly with Begoña and Maria.
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