FalcÓn, Lidia (1935–)
FalcÓn, Lidia (1935–)
Spanish feminist, novelist and playwright. Name variations: Lidia Falcon; Lidia Falcón O'Neill. Born June 13, 1935, in Madrid, Spain; studied dramatic arts and law; earned doctorate in law from Universidad de Barcelona (1961) and doctorate in philosophy from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (1991).
Founded Spain's 1st Feminist Party (1979), and founded and edited the feminist magazine Vindicació feminista (1976–79); writings include Los hijos de los vencidos (1979) and En el infierno: Ser mujer en las cárceles de España (1977).
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