{"product_id":"9788413563497","title":"SAINT GEORGE, HERO AND PATRON SAINT OF CATALONIA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSAINT GEORGE, HERO AND PATRON SAINT OF CATALONIA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA work that fuses the legend of Saint George with the history of Catalonia through evocative text and spectacular photographs. Quim Torra and Òscar Rodbag offer a renewed look at the myth of the knight, exploring his role as a symbol of struggle, freedom, and national identity. The book connects the legendary figure with the great historical moments of the country, from the Mediterranean expansion to September 11, 1714, turning the narrative into a large-format visual and literary journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book presents the figure of Saint George from a double perspective: that of myth and that of history. On one hand, it recreates the classic legend of the knight who fights against the dragon, but does so with a contemporary staging thanks to the photographs by Òscar Rodbag. On the other, it places Saint George as the patron saint of Catalonia, venerated by Catalan counts and kings, and as a symbol of the country's resistance and determination. Quim Torra's text explores how the Cross of Saint George flew as a national flag and how it inspired the defenders of the Generalitat during the War of the Spanish Succession. Furthermore, the book highlights the Palau de la Generalitat as an artistic tribute to the figure of the saint and shows how the legend has inspired generations of artists throughout the centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe legend of Saint George and his symbolism as a hero and knight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of Saint George as patron saint of Catalonia and his link to the country's history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe Cross of Saint George as a national flag and symbol of resistance and freedom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe fusion between myth and historical reality, from the Middle Ages to 1714.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe artistic representation of Saint George, with special attention to the Palau de la Generalitat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor readers interested in Catalan history and culture, as well as those looking for a visual and literary approach to the great foundational myths. It is also a recommended work for lovers of artistic photography and large-format publishing, and for anyone who wants to rediscover the figure of Saint George from a perspective that goes beyond popular tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA visual and literary reinterpretation of the legend of Saint George, with high-quality photographs that give it a new life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA historical journey that connects the myth with the construction of Catalan identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA large-format, full-color work that becomes a collector's item and reference book.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe perspective of an author who is an expert in Catalan national symbology, which adds depth to the narrative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: TORRA I PLA, QUIM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: COSSETANIA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: cat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: MYTHS AND LEGENDS NARRATED AS FICTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: FORA DE COL+LECCIO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: February 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 337 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA publishing proposal that successfully combines historical rigor with the visual power of photography. Quim Torra's text provides a solid vision of the relationship between Saint George and the history of Catalonia, while Òscar Rodbag's images offer a staging that makes the legend tangible. It is a book that can interest both readers with prior knowledge of the subject and those approaching the myth for the first time, thanks to its ability to make a complex narrative accessible through image and word.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"COSSETÀNIA EDICIONS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405103653211,"sku":"9788413563497","price":19.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841356349.jpg?v=1781823588","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788413563497","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}