Description
Castellera Encyclopedia. The projection of the castells. Other human towers
Book Summary
This fifth volume of the Castellera Encyclopedia explores the global expansion of the casteller phenomenon, from its origins in a specific area of Catalonia to its presence in Catalan-speaking territories and its internationalization in countries like Chile, China, and various parts of Europe. The work also offers a complete compendium of other human tower traditions around the world, such as the muixerangues, Aragonese dances, and the falcons. The reader will also find sections dedicated to university teams (colles), casteller journalism, and the significance of the inclusion of the castells on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
What is it about?
The work is structured in three clearly differentiated parts. The first focuses on the projection of the casteller phenomenon, analyzing how a practice initially limited to a very specific area of Catalonia has expanded throughout the Principality, other Catalan-speaking areas, and, finally, has become internationalized with the creation of teams in places as diverse as Chile, China, and various European countries. The second part offers an exhaustive overview of other manifestations of human towers around the world, including Valencian muixerangues, Aragonese dances, falcons, Italian human towers, Indian govinda, and Maghrebi acrobats. The volume is completed with sections dedicated to university teams, the evolution of casteller journalism, and the impact of the declaration of the castells as Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO.
Main topics
- Geographical expansion and internationalization of the casteller phenomenon.
- Comparative study of human towers from different cultures (muixerangues, dances, falcons, govinda, etc.).
- Analysis of the role of university teams in the transmission of the tradition.
- Evolution of specialized journalism in the casteller world.
- Cultural and heritage significance of the UNESCO declaration.
Who is it recommended for?
This work is aimed at castellers, popular culture scholars, anthropologists, sociologists, and anyone interested in human traditions and their global projection. It is also very useful for journalists and communicators who want to deepen their knowledge of the casteller phenomenon beyond the borders of Catalonia.
What this book contributes
- A complete and updated vision of the expansion of the castells worldwide.
- A unique catalog of other human tower traditions, facilitating intercultural comparison.
- Historical and social context on the evolution of casteller journalism and the role of university teams.
- Understanding the heritage and intangible value of the castells following their recognition by UNESCO.
Technical specifications
- Author: sense sense, autor
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: Encyclopedias and reference works, Popular culture, Sociology, Anthropology
- Collection: Castellera Encyclopedia
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: October 2019
- Number of pages: 304
- Weight: 1282 g
Editorial review
This is an essential reference work for those who wish to understand the global dimension of the casteller world. Its comparative approach and the inclusion of other human tower traditions make it a valuable resource for both specialists and enthusiasts. The clear structure and rigorous treatment of each topic facilitate an informative and enriching reading experience, consolidating this volume as a significant contribution to the study of popular culture.