Description
ABARÇADARI
Book Summary
An exciting journey through the collective memory of FC Barcelona through the words that defined its most triumphant period. This personal dictionary collects proper names, famous phrases, and key concepts that, from 1992 to 2010, have shaped the *blaugrana* identity. With the participation of more than fifty renowned *culers*, such as Leo Messi, Xavi Hernández, and Ferran Adrià, the work offers an intimate and diverse look at what Barça really means.
What is it about?
The work is a thematic dictionary that explores the meaning of the word "Barça" based on the experiences and memories of the author, Dario Porras Estibal. Each entry in the book collects a concept, a proper name, or an expression that has marked the recent history of the club, from the first European Cup in Wembley to the Pep Guardiola era. The book is not limited to sports reporting; it also includes the reflections of more than fifty personalities linked to the world of Barça, such as players, coaches, journalists, and artists, who offer their personal vision of the club. The result is a mosaic of words that speak of memories, dreams, and the passion shared by an entity that transcends sport.
Main themes
- Historical memory of FC Barcelona between 1992 and 2010
- Vocabulary and symbolism unique to *barcelonisme*
- Testimonials from key figures in the *blaugrana* world
- Collective identity and sense of belonging to the club
- Analysis of the moments and figures that have defined a triumphant era
Who is it recommended for?
This book is ideal for all those fans of FC Barcelona who want to relive the club's most iconic moments from a personal and emotional perspective. It is also a recommended read for football fans in general who are interested in sports culture and the language generated by the passion for a team. Finally, it may be attractive to readers looking for a work that combines sports chronicle, personal testimonials, and an original dictionary format.
What this book offers
- A broad and diverse vision of *barcelonisme* through the voices of more than fifty renowned personalities.
- A sentimental journey through the recent history of the club, from 1992 to 2010, with an original approach.
- The possibility of discovering anecdotes and hidden meanings behind key words and concepts in the *blaugrana* world.
- An accessible and entertaining format that allows for fragmented or continuous reading, ideal for any moment.
Technical specifications
- Author: PORRAS ESTIBAL, DARIO
- Publisher: Eumo Editorial SAU
- Language: Catalan
- Topic: Sports teams and clubs, football
- Collection: Standalone
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: March 2011
- Number of pages: 160
- Weight: 350 g
Editorial review
A unique work that combines the dictionary format with personal testimony, offering a multifaceted look at FC Barcelona. The participation of figures as diverse as players, coaches, journalists, and artists enriches the narrative and makes it a valuable document for any *culer*. Although its focus may be too specific for readers not interested in the club, its clear structure and emotional tone make it especially attractive for its target audience.