Description: (Spanish Intellectual & Anarchist Who Served as One of Western Europe's First Female Ministers)
Frederica Montseny i Mañé was a Spanish anarchist and intellectual known for her significant contributions as Minister of Health and Social Assistance in the Government of the Spanish Republic during the Civil War. As one of the first female ministers in Western Europe, Montseny was also a prolific writer, focusing on novels with a romantic-social theme aimed at women of the proletarian class. Her diverse writings included political, ethical, biographical, and autobiographical pieces, showcasing her wide range of talents and interests.