Description
L'EIXIDA I ALTRES NARRACIONS
Book Summary
This volume brings together the winning story of the 8th Mn. Romà Comamala Short Narrative Prize, along with three works that received a special mention from the jury. The reader will find a carefully curated selection of short stories that represent the best of contemporary Catalan-language narrative, offering a sample of the stylistic and thematic diversity of the participating authors. An essential work for lovers of literary short stories and for those wishing to discover new voices within the current narrative landscape.
What is it about?
The book collects the narrative awarded at the 8th Mn. Romà Comamala Short Narrative Prize, organized by the Vilabella City Council. The winning work, written by Josep M. Bertrán Teixidor, gives the collection its title and is complemented by three jury mentions, corresponding to the texts by Montserrat Ortiz i Jansà, Àlex Garrido Serra, and Jeremias Soler Giménez. Each story offers a unique approach to short narrative, exploring different literary registers and perspectives. The jury, composed of Jaume Aguadé i Sordé, Miquel M. Gibert i Pujol, David Rabadà i Vives, Francesc Roig i Queralt, and Jaume Saltó i Coscolín, selected these works for their quality and originality, ensuring a rich and varied read.
Main themes
- Contemporary short narrative in Catalan
- New voices and literary trends
- Literary awards and recognition of local creation
- Diversity of narrative styles and approaches
Who is it recommended for?
For readers interested in short narrative in the Catalan language, followers of literary competitions, and those looking to discover emerging authors. It is also suitable for literature students and anyone wishing to get to know a representative sample of current literary creation in Catalonia.
What this book offers
- Access to the winning work and mentions from a prestigious literary prize
- Discovery of four authors with diverse narrative proposals
- A current vision of short narrative in Catalan
- Quality material for fans and scholars of the literary short story
Technical specifications
- Author: JOSEP M. BERTRAN TEIXIDOR, OTHER AUTHORS
- Publisher: Eumo Editorial SAU
- Language: Catalan
- Theme: Short stories
- Collection: Narrative
- Binding: Paperback
- Date of publication: May 2010
- Number of pages: 200
- Weight: 331 g
Editorial review
An anthology that fulfills the purpose of giving visibility to literary creation awarded in an established competition. The selection offers a varied and high-quality sample, ideal for those who wish to approach contemporary Catalan short narrative. A book that, without fanfare, provides value to readers interested in the literary short story and local production.