Description
Catalonia: 50 Excursions Through History
Book Summary
A unique guide that combines hiking with the discovery of Catalonia's past. Through fifty selected routes, the authors propose a physical and temporal journey through the settings where the most relevant events in the country's history took place, from prehistory to the 20th century. Each stage is an invitation to walk through iconic places while reconstructing the narrative of the Iberians, the Romans, feudalism, the War of the Spanish Succession, or the Civil War, among many other periods. A book designed for those who want to learn history by stepping on the ground where it happened.
What is it about?
The book proposes fifty excursions that function as stages of a grand tour through the history of Catalonia. Each outing has been designed to visit specific locations where key events occurred, from the Toll cave (prehistoric site) to the stages of the Civil War and the Franco regime. The chronological journey covers the origins, the Arab occupation, the reconquest, the dominance of the Church, the Black Death, the Crown of Castile, and the War of the Spanish Succession, among others. The routes are not too long and prioritize historical and scenic interest, covering the entire Catalan territory. Each excursion is presented with practical information and historical context to understand what happened there.
Main themes
- History of Catalonia from the origins to the present
- Hiking and discovery of the Catalan territory
- Archaeological sites, monuments, and iconic historical spaces
- Major historical periods: Iberians, Romans, feudalism, Civil War, Francoism
- Cultural and natural heritage of Catalonia
Who is it recommended for?
This book is ideal for hikers and walkers who want to give a historical meaning to their outings, as well as for history lovers who prefer to learn in the field. It is also a useful tool for families, teachers, and students looking for a practical and enjoyable way to approach the past of Catalonia. In short, for anyone who enjoys walking and wants to connect with the memory of the country.
What this book offers
- Provides a practical itinerary of 50 historical routes, selected for their relevance and accessibility.
- Allows for learning history in an experiential way, by visiting the places where events took place.
- Offers a panoramic view of the history of Catalonia, from its origins to the present day, in a single volume.
- Facilitates excursion planning with contextual and guidance information for each stage.
Technical details
- Author: García-Die Sánchez-Guardamino, Javier; Roma i Casanovas, Francesc
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: Catalan
- Topic: Local history, hiking and trekking
- Collection: KHROMA
- Binding: Hardcover
- Edition date: February 2020
- Number of pages: 120
- Weight: 393 g
Editorial review
An original and well-executed proposal that merges two passions: walking and learning history. The selection of the fifty stages covers a wide chronological range and a balanced geographic representation, making it a valuable resource both for regular hikers and for readers interested in historical dissemination. Its clear structure and practical format make it especially useful for planning outings and deepening knowledge of Catalan heritage.