Description
Alcoletge
Book Summary
This book offers a comprehensive and documented overview of the town of Alcoletge, from its origins in the 4th century BC to the present day. The author, Daniel Rubio Ruiz, addresses the historical, physical, and human aspects that have shaped the identity of this town in the Segrià region. The reader will discover the demographic, urban, and economic evolution of the municipality, as well as its rich architectural and archaeological heritage. It is the first work dedicated exclusively to Alcoletge, becoming an essential reference for anyone interested in local history.
What is it about?
The work traces the trajectory of Alcoletge through time, from the first documented settlements in the 4th century BC to its contemporary reality. The text is structured around three main axes: history, which alternates periods of calm with turbulent episodes; the description of the physical environment and its impact on the community's life; and human evolution, which includes demographic, urban, and economic development. In addition, a catalog of the local architectural and archaeological heritage is presented, along with the cultural associations that have enlivened the town's social life. All of this makes up a complete and detailed portrait of a town that, despite its size, has a rich and unique history within the context of the Segrià.
Main Topics
- Local history of Alcoletge from its pre-Roman origins to the 21st century.
- Physical and human geography of the Segrià municipality.
- Demographic, urban, and economic evolution of the town.
- Local architectural and archaeological heritage.
- Associative and cultural life of Alcoletge.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is recommended for the residents of Alcoletge who wish to know their town's history in depth, as well as for students, researchers, and professionals in local history or geography. It is also a work of interest for anyone connected to the Segrià or rural Catalonia who wishes to delve deeper into the knowledge of a town with a unique historical trajectory. Finally, it may be useful for those working in fields such as archaeology, urban planning, or cultural management.
What this book contributes
- It offers the first comprehensive and exclusive overview of the history and reality of Alcoletge.
- It provides detailed information on the municipality's architectural and archaeological heritage.
- It allows for an understanding of the demographic, urban, and economic evolution of the town in a clear and documented way.
- It facilitates knowledge of the cultural associations that have shaped local social life.
Technical Specifications
- Author: RUBIO RUIZ, DANIEL
- Publisher: COSSETANIA
- Language: cat
- Subject: LOCAL HISTORY
- Collection: LA CREU DE TERME
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: April 2006
- Number of pages: 104
- Weight: 257 g
Editorial Review
This is a reference work for the local history of Alcoletge, which fills a significant documentary void. The author succeeds in synthesizing centuries of evolution in an accessible format, combining historical rigor with a clear informative purpose. Due to its structure and content, the book is especially useful for both the general reader and the specialist, as it offers a solid foundation for future research. The inclusion of architectural heritage and cultural associations adds value by reflecting the social and communal dimension of the municipality.