Description
Ramon Corbella i Llobet
Book Summary
This collective volume commemorates the centenary of the death of Ramon Corbella i Llobet (1850-1924), a multifaceted and illustrious figure from Vallfogona de Riucorb. Through studies and testimonials from fifteen specialists, the work unfolds the multiple facets of his life: humanist, clergyman, soldier, exile, historian, poet, and cultural promoter. The reader will discover his extraordinary devotion to the Baroque poet Francesc Vicent Garcia and his deep local patriotism, in a tribute that seeks to keep his memory and intellectual legacy alive.
What is it about?
The book is structured as a choral tribute that addresses the complex personality of Ramon Corbella i Llobet. Starting from the verse "i Vallfogona de Riucorb: encarint un gran amor," it explores his main areas of activity: from his humanist and clerical facets to his military stage, exile, his work as a historian and popularizer, his poetic production, and his role as a cultural promoter and philanthropist. Each chapter, signed by a specialist, delves into a specific aspect, offering a complete and nuanced vision of his life and work, with special attention to his dedication to the figure of the rector of Vallfogona, Francesc Vicent Garcia.
Main themes
- Biography and legacy of Ramon Corbella i Llobet
- Local history of Vallfogona de Riucorb
- Study and dissemination of the work of Francesc Vicent Garcia
- Humanism, clergy, and patriotism in 19th and 20th-century Catalonia
- Exile and military career
- Historiography, poetry, and cultural dissemination
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in historical biography, Catalan culture, the local history of the regions of Tarragona and Lleida, and the figure of the Baroque poet Francesc Vicent Garcia. It will also be of great value to scholars of humanism, literature, ecclesiastical history, and the cultural heritage of Catalonia.
What this book offers
- A complete and multidisciplinary portrait of a little-known but relevant historical figure.
- A collection of updated and rigorous studies signed by specialists.
- An approach to the history and cultural heritage of Vallfogona de Riucorb.
- A look at the relationship between a local scholar and the work of a great poet of the Catalan Baroque.
- Reference material for researchers and enthusiasts of Catalan history and literature.
Technical specifications
- Author: AA.VV
- Publisher: COSSET·NIA
- Language: Cat
- Topic: BIOGRAPHY: GENERAL
- Collection: PERFILS
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: September 2024
- Number of pages: 384
- Weight: 573 g
Editorial review
This is a well-documented tribute work that satisfies curiosity about a multifaceted personality of the Catalan sphere. The diversity of authors and approaches enriches the perspective, although the reader should expect an academic and commemorative tone. It is a recommended acquisition for libraries, study centers, and readers with an interest in historical biography and the cultural heritage of inland Catalonia.