Description
THE STREET THAT LEADS ME HOME
Book Summary
The street that leads me home is a poetic anthology that covers the work of authors from the Maresme region from the second half of the 20th century. Based on two reference publications in the construction of the literary imagery of this prolific territory, the reader will find a selection of poems that reflect the essence of a region with a strong literary tradition. This book offers a panoramic view of Maresme poetry, connecting the reader with the voices that have marked an era and a landscape.
What is it about?
The work is a poetic journey through the literary geography of the Maresme, a Catalan region that has been a cradle for numerous writers during the second half of the 20th century. The selection of poems is based on two key publications that have helped forge the cultural imagery of the area. Each poem is a stop on a street that leads the reader home, to the roots and emotions of a territory rich in nuances. The anthology does not just collect diverse voices, but connects them to offer a coherent and evocative literary experience.
Main themes
- The literary identity of the Maresme and its poetic tradition.
- The landscape as a source of inspiration and collective memory.
- The evolution of Catalan poetry in a specific territorial context.
- The value of reference publications as pillars of local culture.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is ideal for readers interested in contemporary Catalan poetry, especially those who wish to delve into the literature of the Maresme. It is also recommended for scholars of poetry from the second half of the 20th century and for anyone who wishes to discover poetic voices rooted in a territory with a strong cultural tradition.
What this book contributes
- A curated selection of poetry that highlights the literary legacy of the Maresme.
- A panoramic view of the poetic production of a region prolific in writers.
- A starting point for exploring the literary imagery of a territory through two reference publications.
- A reading experience that connects poetry, landscape, and collective memory.
Technical specifications
- Author: Various Authors
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: cat
- Topic: POETRY, POETIC ANTHOLOGIES (VARIOUS POETS)
- Collection: QUADERNS DE LA FONT DEL CARGOL
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: February 2020
- Number of pages: 72
- Weight: 151 g
Editorial review
The street that leads me home is an anthology that fulfills its goal of collecting and disseminating the poetry of the Maresme from the second half of the 20th century. The selection, based on two reference publications, brings coherence and documentary value to the work. For the reader interested in Catalan poetry and regional literature, this book offers an entry point into a rich and diverse imagery, with the guarantee of a publisher specialized in local culture.