Description
A BILBAO OF TALES
Book Summary
This anthology brings together a carefully curated selection of short stories that have Bilbao as their setting and protagonist. Coordinated by Seve Calleja, the reader will find a literary tour of the city through the pens of both classic and contemporary authors, from Miguel de Unamuno to Juan Carlos Eguillor. A volume that captures the essence, history, and character of Bilbao through multiple narrative perspectives.
What is it about?
The work compiles stories from different eras and styles, united by the common denominator of the town of Bilbao. Each story offers a unique perspective on the city: its streets, its people, its transformations, and its idiosyncrasies. The selection, made by Seve Calleja, includes everything from costumbrista narratives by Antonio de Trueba to more modern visions by authors such as Alex Oviedo or Esther Zorrozua, including essential names like Vicente Blasco Ibáñez or Juan Antonio de Zunzunegui. The result is a literary mosaic that invites readers to discover Bilbao through fiction.
Main themes
- The identity and character of Bilbao as an industrial and maritime city.
- The urban and social evolution of the Biscayan capital over time.
- Costumbrismo and Basque oral tradition in the short story.
- The perspective of different generations of writers on the same space.
- Literature as a reflection of the urban landscape and daily life.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in literature with local themes and in short story anthologies. It is especially recommended for those who wish to get to know Bilbao from a literary perspective, as well as for lovers of the short story as a genre. It will also be attractive to those who want to discover or rediscover authors linked to the city, both classic and contemporary.
What this book offers
- A multifaceted and enriching vision of Bilbao through the fiction of great authors.
- A literary journey that allows one to learn about the city's evolution and its reflection in short narrative.
- The opportunity to discover or reconnect with relevant names in Basque and Spanish literature in a single volume.
- A careful and representative selection made by an expert in the field like Seve Calleja.
Technical specifications
- Author: VARIOUS AUTHORS
- Publisher: EL GALLO DE ORO
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: ANTHOLOGIES (NON-POETIC), SHORT STORIES
- Collection: SER DE BILBAO
- Binding: Paperback
- Date of publication: October 2019
- Number of pages: 216
- Weight: 330 g
Editorial review
A Bilbao de Cuentos presents itself as an essential anthology for lovers of short fiction and for those curious about literature with local roots. The selection of authors, ranging from the 19th century to the present day, guarantees a variety of styles and approaches that enrich the reading experience. The volume stands out for its thematic coherence and for offering a literary experience that transcends the merely geographical, becoming a tribute to the city and its storytellers.