Description
LO TRES DE NOU
Book summary
This edition recovers a unique theatrical work originally published in 1902 in Valls, which had not been reissued individually until now. Lo tres de nou is a "cuadro de costumbres" (local-color play) that, while revolving around the world of castells (human towers), contains a progressive message that is critical of the tradition. The text has been philologically reviewed by Xavier Brotons, who also provides an essay that includes an unpublished biography of the author, Raimon Casas Pedrerol. A key piece for understanding an alternative vision of the casteller phenomenon through literature.
What is it about?
The play is set in the context of early 20th-century Catalan society and uses the universe of castells as a stage to develop a plot that goes beyond folklore. Through its characters and dialogues, the author proposes a critical reflection, presenting a "kindly anti-casteller" message that questions certain aspects of this tradition. The piece, which has been performed in modern times but rarely analyzed in depth, is now presented accompanied by a study that contextualizes its origin and significance, offering the reader the keys to interpret this dissenting vision from within the casteller world itself.
Main themes
- The world of castells as tradition and spectacle.
- Social criticism and progressivism in early 20th-century popular literature.
- The conflict between tradition and modernity.
- Costumbrismo and social life in Catalonia in 1900.
- Recovery and philological revision of historical texts.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in the history of Catalan theater, folklore, and popular traditions, as well as scholars and enthusiasts of the casteller world who wish to learn about less conventional perspectives on this practice. It will also be of interest to those who appreciate the recovery of historical texts through rigorous philological work and contextualization.
What this book offers
- Access to a theatrical work recovered and revised with modern philological criteria.
- A critical and little-known vision of the world of castells, far from the usual discourse.
- An introductory study with unpublished biographical data on the author, Raimon Casas Pedrerol.
- Historical and social context that enriches the understanding of the play and its message.
- A unique piece to complete the bibliography on Catalan costumbrista theater.
Technical data
- Author: CASAS PEDREROL, RAIMON
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: cat
- Subject: THEATER PLAYS, THEATRICAL TEXTS, FOLKLORE, MYTHS AND LEGENDS, SOCIAL GROUPS: CLUBS AND SOCIETIES, LOCAL HISTORY
- Collection: L'AIXECADOR
- Binding: Paperback
- Number of pages: 128
- Weight: 317 g
Editorial review
Lo tres de nou is a work of interest for the reader specialized in popular culture and historical theater. Its main appeal lies in the recovery of a text that has been difficult to access until now, accompanied by a philological study that provides context and relevant biographical data. The work offers an unusual perspective on the casteller universe, making it a valuable read for those seeking a critical and documented look at traditions.