Description
Creu de cames
Book Summary
A collection of stories that intersect and complement one another under the evocative title of a wayside cross in Valls. Lluís Figuerola weaves tales of improbable loves, journeys of no return, frustrated suicides, and seductive characters traveling along diverse paths. The reader will find an enjoyable yet profound work, where each narrative invites multiple readings and directions, revealing relatable situations with a solid artistic backdrop.
What is it about?
Creu de cames is a book of narratives that takes its name from a wayside cross located in Valls, but it goes beyond a mere topographical reference. Figuerola explores the concept of the crossroads as a point of departure, arrival, labyrinth, or boundary. The stories are intertwined: a journey of no return, a failed suicide attempt, a hairdresser who seduces and is seduced, and short tales of unlikely loves. All of them intersect and complement each other, offering the reader a non-linear reading experience, where each step reveals new connections and meanings.
Main Themes
- The crossroads as a metaphor for human encounters and missed connections.
- Improbable loves and complex relationships.
- Travel as a transformative experience, both physical and emotional.
- Seduction and desire in their many facets.
- Identity and the labyrinth of personal choices.
Who is it recommended for?
For readers interested in short fiction in Catalan, with a taste for stories that explore character psychology and everyday situations from a literary perspective. Also for those seeking a work that invites rereading and the discovery of new layers of meaning.
What this book offers
- A collection of stories that can be read independently but gain depth when read as a whole.
- An original look at the topography and culture of Valls as a backdrop.
- A non-linear reading experience that stimulates reflection and personal interpretation.
- An enjoyable narrative style with an artistic and significant undertone.
Technical Specifications
- Author: LLUIS FIGUEROLA I ORTIGA
- Publisher: Eumo Editorial SAU
- Language: Catalan
- Collection: NARRATIVA
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: June 1998
- Number of pages: 120
- Weight: 199 g
Editorial Review
Creu de cames is a work that combines narrative enjoyment with a carefully constructed structure. Figuerola manages to make each story work on its own, but also ensures the collection acquires a broader meaning by exploring the theme of the crossroads as a structural element. It is a book that may interest those who appreciate contemporary Catalan literature and short fiction with artistic ambition. Its paperback format and moderate length make it accessible for leisurely reading or for discovery over several sessions.