Debate on Fantasy and Trauma in Literature

Join writers David Uclés and Elisenda Solsona as they explore the relationship between fantasy, the supernatural, and the representation of trauma in literature. Their discussion will draw from the works of acclaimed author Mercè Rodoreda, who famously incorporated ghosts and spectral figures into her narratives, using them as symbols for the collective wounds and societal violence often ignored by society. Uclés and Solsona will reflect on how fantastical elements serve as powerful tools to confront and articulate painful realities, whether personal or collective. Uclés’s upcoming novel, 'La península de las casas vacías', intertwines magical realism with historical memory, showcasing how altered states of reality can bring the extraordinary to light during chaotic times, such as the Spanish Civil War. On the other hand, Solsona’s work 'Mammalia' delves into ethical dilemmas surrounding motherhood, utilizing fantasy to transform her personal struggles with infertility into a universal