Description
LLASTRES, THE
Book summary
This collective volume was born out of a love for heritage, landscape, and local identity. Through a journey that encompasses history, geography, economy, flora, and fauna, the authors offer a multifaceted vision of the Llastres River, a key natural element in the surroundings of l'Hospitalet de l'Infant. The reader will discover how this watercourse has shaped the territory over time, also integrating the human factor, both in individual and collective initiatives. It is a choral work that invites readers to know and value an often-ignored heritage, combining informative rigor with a deep emotion for the landscape.
What is it about?
The book arises from the realization that the Llastres River was largely unknown to many, often reduced to a simple sign on the bridge at the entrance to l'Hospitalet de l'Infant. To remedy this, the Centre d'Estudis de l'Hospitalet de l'Infant organized walks, lectures, debates, and other activities that gave visibility to the river. This work is the result of that process, a collection of diverse perspectives that address the Llastres from different angles: historical, geographical, economic, naturalistic, and social. Each author contributes their own experience, emotion, or interest, offering a rich and nuanced view of this heritage element. It is not a homogeneous book, but a mosaic of interpretations that allows the reader to understand the complexity and importance of the river in shaping the territory and local identity.
Main themes
- Local history and natural heritage of the Llastres River.
- Geography, economy, and traditional uses of the watercourse.
- Flora, fauna, and landscape of the surroundings of l'Hospitalet de l'Infant.
- Human factor: personal and collective actions in shaping the territory.
- Dissemination and promotion of an unknown heritage element.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in local history, natural heritage, and the human geography of Catalonia, especially in the area of l'Hospitalet de l'Infant. It will also be of great interest to nature lovers, hikers, and anyone who wishes to discover and value the elements that make up the landscape and identity of a territory. It is a work designed for both specialists and the general public who want to know a river and its surroundings in depth.
What this book offers
- A complete and multidisciplinary vision of the Llastres River, from history to ecology.
- The opportunity to discover an often-ignored natural and cultural heritage.
- Different perspectives from various authors, enriching the understanding of the territory.
- An informative and accessible approach, the result of fieldwork and local research.
Technical sheet
- Author: Various Authors
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: Modern and contemporary fiction, Local history
- Collection: CELHI
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: February 2020
- Number of pages: 96
- Weight: 237 g
Editorial review
This is a choral work that stands out for its local focus and its commitment to dissemination. The book offers a rich and nuanced vision of the Llastres River, combining historical and naturalistic rigor with a clear vocation of service to the community. It is a recommended read for those seeking to understand the identity of a territory through one of its most significant elements, and for those interested in the microhistory and natural heritage of Catalonia.