Description
Barbens
Book summary
This work offers an overview of the history of Barbens, from its most remote origins to the present day. With a concise approach, the author, Joan Planes Nonell, captures the main territorial, human, economic, social, and cultural traits that have shaped the municipality's identity. It is the first general monograph on the town, designed to spark the reader's curiosity and serve as a starting point for future research. An essential book for anyone wanting to get to know the reality of Barbens and its historical evolution in depth.
What is it about?
The book sets out the historical trajectory of Barbens, a municipality in the Pla d'Urgell region, in a clear and organized manner. The author analyzes how the territory, economic activities, social structure, and cultural manifestations have evolved over time, from ancient times to the present day. The work does not aim to be exhaustive, but rather offers a precise synthesis that allows the reader to understand how the current Barbens was shaped. Furthermore, the author's intention is to show the immediate surroundings from a new perspective, while inviting further research that could delve into specific aspects of its local history.
Main themes
- Territorial and geographical evolution of Barbens
- Human and demographic development of the municipality
- Economic transformations throughout history
- Social structure and cultural changes
- First general monograph on the locality
Who is it recommended for?
This book is recommended for readers interested in the local history of the Lleida region, especially Pla d'Urgell. It is also suitable for students, researchers, and anyone who wants to know the past and present of Barbens in a rigorous yet accessible way. It is a reference work for residents of the municipality and for those seeking an initial approach to its historical and cultural reality.
What does this book offer?
- A concise and complete view of the history of Barbens from its origins to the present.
- The first general monograph on the municipality, serving as a foundation for future research.
- A precise portrait of the territorial, human, economic, social, and cultural traits that define the locality.
- A tool to discover the immediate surroundings from a new and enriching perspective.
Technical specifications
- Author: PLANES NONELL, JOAN
- Publisher: COSSETANIA
- Language: cat
- Topic: LOCAL HISTORY
- Collection: LA CREU DE TERME
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: August 2004
- Number of pages: 96
- Weight: 237 g
Editorial review
Barbens is a reference work within the La Creu de Terme collection, dedicated to the dissemination of local history. Its concise approach and its aim to be a starting point for new research make it a useful tool for both the general reader and the scholar. The clarity of the exposition and the solidity of the information make this book a recommended option for anyone wishing to deepen their knowledge of this municipality in Pla d'Urgell.