Ramón Carande was a prominent Spanish historian and economist whose work left an indelible mark on the study of economic history.
His most iconic work, Charles V and His Bankers, is a fundamental reference for understanding the complex relationship between imperial power and finance.
Throughout his prolific career, he published 16 works that rigorously explore the history and economic conditions of Spain.
Born in Palencia in 1887, he dedicated his life to university teaching and historical research as a professor.
His legacy endures as one of the most lucid voices of the 20th century in the analysis of Charles V and his era.