Description
THAT TASTE OF BROAD FREEDOM
Book Summary
This volume is a collective tribute to Josep Lluís Savall i Rom, a sailor, philologist, and president of the cultural association La Gent del Llamp. Through texts and images from friends and colleagues, and a careful selection of his own literary work, the reader will discover the multifaceted figure of a man passionate about the language, the sea, and the culture of the Catalan Countries. A work that celebrates the life and legacy of an unrepeatable personality, with a cheerful temperament and deeply committed to his country.
What is it about?
The book gathers a set of testimonials and literary creations that form an intimate and collective portrait of Josep Lluís Savall. The first part brings together texts and images from friends and acquaintances who evoke his figure, his life's trajectory, and his character. The second part offers a selection of his literary work, which reflects his multiple facets: his passion for the Mediterranean Sea, his love for the Catalan language, his leftist militancy, and his open and free vision of the world. The whole constitutes an emotional and literary testimony of an intense life and an indelible cultural commitment.
Main topics
- Posthumous tribute and biographical memoir of Josep Lluís Savall i Rom.
- The figure of the sailor-philologist as an example of cultural and linguistic commitment.
- Catalan identity and the connection with the Catalan Countries and the Mediterranean.
- Selection of his own literary work: poetry, narrative, or short essay.
- The value of friendship and the collective testimony as a form of remembrance.
Who is it recommended for?
Recommended for readers interested in contemporary Catalan literature, author anthologies, collective biographies, and literary tributes. Also for those linked to the world of Catalan culture, philology, the Mediterranean coast, or those who have known the work and figure of Josep Lluís Savall. A work that connects with those who value committed life paths and unique voices of popular culture.
What this book contributes
- Discovering or delving into the figure of a relevant intellectual and cultural activist from the Terres de l'Ebre and the Camp de Tarragona.
- Accessing a selection of his literary work, often scattered or unpublished.
- Experiencing an emotional collective testimony that illustrates the strength of personal and cultural ties.
- Reflecting on the relationship between sea, language, identity, and social commitment.
- Enjoying a work that combines documentary value with literary sensibility.
Technical sheet
- Author: VARIOUS AUTHORS
- Publisher: COSSET·NIA
- Language: cat
- Topic: ANTHOLOGIES (NON-POETICAL), FICTION AND RELATED TOPICS
- Collection: GENT DEL LLAMP
- Binding: Paperback
- Edition date: December 2007
- Number of pages: 136
- Weight: 298 g
Editorial assessment
A small-format volume that effectively fulfills its commemorative and informative objective. The combination of personal testimonials and original work offers a complete and human view of Josep Lluís Savall, avoiding a purely academic tone. It may be of particular interest to readers in the geographical area linked to the author and to those who look for works that connect literature, identity, and collective memory. A sincere and well-crafted contribution to the catalog of Catalan literary tributes.