Description
Jove Tarragona. 25 years and counting
Book Summary
This book offers an exhaustive analysis of the trajectory of the Colla Jove Xiquets de Tarragona during its first twenty-five years of existence. The work explores how this entity has become a fundamental pillar both in the casteller sphere and in the civic life of Tarragona, reflecting the inseparable relationship between casteller activity and the social and democratic evolution of the city. The reader will find a detailed account that combines historical rigor with the living essence of a collective that managed to return Tarragona to its rightful place in the world of castells.
What is it about?
The work chronicles the journey of the Colla Jove Xiquets de Tarragona from its founding until the celebration of its twenty-fifth anniversary. It delves into how the group managed to integrate itself into the living cultural heritage of one of the most emblematic squares in Catalonia, analyzing its contribution to the community and social cohesion of the city. The text combines rigorous documentary accuracy with the experiences and relaxed atmosphere of a group that was born with the goal of having Tarragona regain its prominence in the casteller world, a desire fully achieved that the group continues to cultivate with constant dedication.
Main themes
- History of the Colla Jove Xiquets de Tarragona during its first 25 years.
- Evolution of the casteller world in Tarragona and Catalonia.
- Relationship between casteller activity and democratic and civic life.
- Intangible cultural heritage and Catalan popular traditions.
- Social and community cohesion through popular culture.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at fans and scholars of the casteller world, as well as anyone interested in Catalan popular culture and the contemporary social history of Tarragona. It will also be of great interest to members and supporters of the Colla Jove Xiquets de Tarragona, and to those who wish to understand how a cultural entity can influence the identity and cohesion of a community.
What this book provides
- A detailed and rigorous account of the history and evolution of one of the most significant casteller groups in Tarragona.
- A perspective that integrates the cultural and social dimension of the casteller phenomenon, showing its impact on civic life.
- A work that documents the recovery of Tarragona's casteller prominence, offering keys to understanding its current importance.
- A testament to the spirit and dedication of a collective that has known how to keep a centuries-old tradition alive.
Technical specifications
- Author: PERE AUDI MA CALLAO JO MACIAS
- Publisher: Eumo Editorial SAU
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: History, Popular culture
- Collection: Fora de col·lecció
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: September 2005
- Number of pages: 176
- Weight: 665 g
Editorial review
This is a reference work for understanding the recent history of the casteller world in Tarragona, written with an approach that combines documentary rigor with the familiarity of someone who knows the reality of the group in depth. The book is especially valuable for those interested in popular culture and the social evolution of the city, offering a complete view of how a cultural entity can become an agent of community cohesion. Its reading is recommended both for castellers and for anyone who wishes to know the impact of traditions on contemporary democratic life.