Description
Full stop
Book summary
Full stop is a collective tribute to the artist Antoni Torrell, founding member of La Gent del Llamp and the soul of the Poetes gallery-café in Tarragona. This poetic anthology gathers the voices of eighteen authors who, through their texts, preserve the memory and cultural legacy of a key figure in the city's literary and artistic scene. A book that combines emotion, remembrance, and literary creation.
What is it about?
On November 17, 2019, Antoni Torrell passed away; he was an artist and a founding member of La Gent del Llamp, an entity that has left a profound mark on the culture of Tarragona, especially through the Poetes gallery-café. This volume was created with the desire to pay tribute to him and preserve his memory. The work is composed of texts by eighteen authors linked to his circle, such as Pere Anguera, Xavier Amorós, Margarida Aritzeta, Olga Xirinacs, and Joaquim Martín, among others. Each one contributes a personal and literary perspective that reconstructs the figure of Torrell and the creative environment he fostered.
Main themes
- Posthumous tribute to Antoni Torrell and his cultural legacy.
- Collective memory of the literary and artistic scene in Tarragona.
- Contemporary poetry written by authors associated with La Gent del Llamp.
- Preservation of local cultural heritage through literary creation.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in contemporary Catalan poetry, followers of the participating authors' work, and those who wish to learn about or remember the figure of Antoni Torrell and the impact of La Gent del Llamp on the culture of Tarragona. It will also be of interest to scholars of poetic anthologies and commemorative literature.
What this book offers
- A unique literary testament to a significant figure in Tarragona's culture.
- An anthology of diverse poetic voices that enrich the Catalan literary landscape.
- The opportunity to discover or rediscover the legacy of La Gent del Llamp and the Poetes gallery-café.
- A work of collective memory preservation through the written word.
Technical specifications
- Author: Various Authors
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: Poetic anthologies (various poets), Modern and contemporary fiction
- Collection: La Gent del Llamp (V·ria)
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: January 2021
- Number of pages: 48
- Weight: 306 g
Editorial review
Full stop is a brief but significant work, conceived as an act of memory and gratitude towards Antoni Torrell. The gathering of recognized names in the Catalan literary sphere gives it a testimonial and poetic value that transcends a mere tribute. Its paperback format and contained length make it an accessible read, ideal for those seeking an intimate approach to a relevant chapter of Tarragona's culture.