Resumen
Los muertos mandan (1902) is a novel by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez that delves into the social and political tensions of Spanish society in the early 20th century.
The story examines how tradition, family expectations, and historical legacies continue to influence the living, with the “dead” symbolically representing past authority, social norms, and unresolved conflicts.
Through its characters, the novel explores themes of power, obedience, social inequality, and personal freedom, highlighting the ways in which society’s structures constrain individual choice.
Blasco Ibáñez combines realist depictions of regional life with psychological insight, portraying both the external conflicts of community life and the internal struggles of his protagonists.
Los muertos mandan is both a drama of human relations and a social critique, reflecting the author’s commitment to portraying the realities of Spanish life with depth and moral reflection.