EDAF’s new releases for July 2026 stand out for their focus on history, philosophy, and spirituality, offering a diversity of cultural and academic perspectives. Three works are presented as the major highlights of the month, each with a distinctive and enriching approach.
The Historical Figure of Bernardo de Gálvez
The book «Bernardo de Gálvez,» by Miguel del Rey and Carlos Canales, provides a detailed analysis of the Spanish governor of Louisiana during the American Revolutionary War. The work seeks to balance between forgetfulness and heroic myth-making, presenting a biography that spans from his beginnings in New Spain to his death in the viceroyalty. Gálvez is advocated as a notable military and political figure who defended Spain’s interests, placing him in the appropriate historical context. This revised and updated edition coincides with the 250th anniversary of American independence.
Authors Carlos Canales and Miguel del Rey are recognized for their extensive career in historical research. Canales, in addition to being a writer, is a lawyer and illustrator, while Del Rey is a member of associations dedicated to modern history. Together, they have published more than forty works and have been awarded the IX Premio Algaba.
Reissue of “Human, All Too Human”
The new edition of «Human, All Too Human» by Friedrich Nietzsche marks a milestone in the author’s philosophical evolution. The work addresses the struggle for a new cultural ideal and the affirmation of a will to power, questioning the values of Western morality. This edition highlights the significance of the work in understanding Nietzsche’s thought, whose impact on contemporary philosophy is undeniable.
Nietzsche, an influential figure in various movements such as existentialism and post-structuralism, is known for his bold style and ability to challenge established conventions. The work has sold over 40,000 copies in its previous edition, underscoring its ongoing relevance.
Buddhist Sutras in the Ark of Wisdom Collection
«Sutras of Attention and the Diamond» brings together two essential texts of Buddhism, translated by Almudena Haurie and Ramiro Calle. The volume includes the Sutra of Attention, fundamental to the Theravada school, and the Diamond Sutra, a key dialogue in the Mahayana tradition. This edition is the only one in Spanish that combines both sutras, offering a unique perspective on Buddhist teachings.
The Ark of Wisdom collection, to which this volume belongs, is recognized for its exhaustive selection of texts on Eastern doctrines and philosophy. This initiative seeks to preserve and disseminate spiritually significant literary works, bringing readers closer to the roots of transcendental wisdom.
