Description
Written in the Maresme
Book summary
A literary anthology that brings together fourteen storytellers from the Maresme, each with a tale set in a corner of this Catalan region. From humor to drama, including the most everyday realism, the authors offer a multifaceted look at a territory that transcends its geography to become literary material. The reader will discover how the local landscape is transformed into a stage for universal stories, demonstrating that literature knows no borders.
What is it about?
Escrit al Maresme is a collection of fourteen short stories written by authors who were born in, adopted by, or vocationally linked to the Maresme region. Each narrative is set in a specific place within this territory, but the treatment of the subject, the style, the era, and the perspective are free and unique to each writer. The work functions as a literary mosaic where the physical and human landscape of the Maresme acts as a common thread, without limiting the creativity of the participants. The stories traverse different genres and tones, offering a varied reading experience that ranges from the intimate to the social, from the historical to the most contemporary. The result is a book that celebrates narrative diversity and demonstrates that a local story can have global resonance.
Main themes
- Territorial identity and a sense of belonging to a region.
- The diversity of voices and narrative styles within the same geographical space.
- Literature as a bridge between the local and the universal.
- The landscape as a setting and engine for human stories.
- Contemporary literary creation in Catalonia from a regional perspective.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in contemporary short fiction in Catalan, especially those who appreciate anthologies that bring together multiple authors. It is also an ideal read for people linked to the Maresme, whether through residence, origin, or affection, who wish to explore their territory through fiction. Likewise, it will be attractive to those looking for a representative sample of current Catalan literature, featuring both established and emerging voices.
What this book offers
- A plural and rich vision of the Maresme through fourteen different literary lenses.
- The opportunity to discover or rediscover authors from the region in a single volume.
- Short, self-contained stories, ideal for fragmented reading or at any time.
- A literary experience that connects the local landscape with universal emotions and themes.
- A testament to the vitality of contemporary Catalan narrative from the territory.
Technical data
- Author: VARIOUS AUTHORS
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: Short stories
- Collection: Quaderns de la Font del Cargol
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: November 2022
- Number of pages: 152
- Weight: 244 g
Editorial review
An anthology that more than fulfills its purpose: to offer a representative and high-quality sample of narrative from the Maresme. The selection of authors combines recognized names with other equally interesting voices, ensuring a diversity of styles and approaches that enriches the whole. Each story, set in the region, functions independently, which allows the reader to delve into the work in a flexible manner. It is a book that will interest both lovers of short stories and those looking for a literary connection with a specific territory, demonstrating that the local can be an excellent starting point for universal literature.