Emilia Pardo Bazán (1851-1921) was a prominent Spanish writer and feminist known for her contributions to literature and social issues. Born in La Coruña, she was a pioneering figure in the Realism and Naturalism movements, often exploring themes of gender and class in her works. Her most famous novel, Los Pazos de Ulloa, highlights the struggles of women in a patriarchal society. In addition to her fiction, Pardo Bazán was an advocate for women's rights and education. She played a significant role in promoting Spanish literature and was the first woman to be elected to the Real Academia Española. Her legacy continues to influence writers and feminists today.