{"product_id":"9788417847418","title":"Detective fiction. From \"la cua de palla\" to \"crims.cat\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCrime writing. From “la cua de palla” to “crims.cat”\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eHistory and analysis of noir and detective novels in the Catalan language.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eStudy of the most representative literary collections of the genre in Catalonia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eProfiles and trajectories of prominent authors of the Catalan detective genre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eEvolution of narrative trends and geographical settings in crime fiction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eAnalysis of the “crims.cat” collection and its contribution to the genre up to its fiftieth title.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eA complete and updated view of the landscape of detective novels in Catalan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eHistorical and literary context on the most influential collections and authors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eNew analytical perspectives that enrich the understanding of the genre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eReference material for future research and specialized reading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eA tribute to the trajectory of the “crims.cat” collection on its milestone of 50 titles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eAuthor: Martín Escribà, Àlex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003ePublisher: EDITORIAL ALREVES, S.L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eLanguage: cat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eTopic: LITERARY STUDIES: FICTION, NOVELISTS AND PROSE WRITERS, LITERARY HANDBOOKS, BOOK REVIEWS AND GUIDES, CRIME AND MYSTERY GENRE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eCollection: CRIMS.CAT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003ePublication date: March 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 192\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eWeight: 338 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EDITORIAL ALREVÉS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407400591707,"sku":"9788417847418","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841784741.jpg?v=1781854580","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788417847418","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}