Description
Crime writing. From “la cua de palla” to “crims.cat”
Book summary
This volume gathers a collection of articles that explore in depth the noir and detective novels written in the Catalan language. The author, Àlex Martín Escribà, analyzes the genre's most emblematic collections, profiles its great authors, and maps out the trends and geographies that define it. The work not only rounds out previous research but also opens new paths for better understanding the genre and the publications of the “crims.cat” collection, which is celebrating its fiftieth title. An erudite and revealing journey for mystery lovers.
What is it about?
The book is a compendium of essays that examine the universe of detective novels in Catalan from multiple perspectives. It delves into the history and evolution of the most influential collections in the country, such as the legendary “La Cua de Palla,” and analyzes the work of key authors who have defined the genre. Furthermore, it explores the different movements and geographical settings that have shaped this literature, from urban landscapes to rural ones. On the occasion of the fiftieth title in the “crims.cat” collection, the author offers an updated and in-depth look that connects the legacy of the past with the new proposals of the present.
Main themes
- History and analysis of noir and detective novels in the Catalan language.
- Study of the most representative literary collections of the genre in Catalonia.
- Profiles and trajectories of prominent authors of the Catalan detective genre.
- Evolution of narrative trends and geographical settings in crime fiction.
- Analysis of the “crims.cat” collection and its contribution to the genre up to its fiftieth title.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers passionate about noir and detective fiction who wish to delve deeper into its Catalan side. It is also ideal for literary scholars, critics, philology students, and anyone interested in learning the historical and thematic keys to a genre in constant evolution within the Catalan cultural sphere.
What this book offers
- A complete and updated view of the landscape of detective novels in Catalan.
- Historical and literary context on the most influential collections and authors.
- New analytical perspectives that enrich the understanding of the genre.
- Reference material for future research and specialized reading.
- A tribute to the trajectory of the “crims.cat” collection on its milestone of 50 titles.
Technical data
- Author: Martín Escribà, Àlex
- Publisher: EDITORIAL ALREVES, S.L.
- Language: cat
- Topic: LITERARY STUDIES: FICTION, NOVELISTS AND PROSE WRITERS, LITERARY HANDBOOKS, BOOK REVIEWS AND GUIDES, CRIME AND MYSTERY GENRE
- Collection: CRIMS.CAT
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: March 2020
- Number of pages: 192
- Weight: 338 g
Editorial review
This work stands as an essential reference guide for those seeking rigorous and well-documented knowledge of the Catalan detective novel. The author combines erudition with an accessible prose, ensuring that the non-specialized reader can also enjoy the journey. Its approach, which unites the past and present of the genre, makes it a valuable title for both fans and academics interested in genre literature and its evolution in the Catalan context.