"Recull de contes" by Prudenci Bertrana is a captivating collection of short stories that immerses readers into a world of vivid imagery and thought-provoking narratives. Bertrana's writing is lyrical and evocative, drawing readers into each tale with its rich descriptions and complex characters.
The stories in this collection are varied in theme and setting, ranging from stories of love and loss to tales of mystery and adventure. Each story is beautifully crafted, showcasing Bertrana's talent for storytelling and his ability to capture the essence of human emotions and experiences.
One of the standout qualities of this collection is Bertrana's ability to transport readers to different worlds and time periods through his writing. Whether he is exploring the mystical landscape of Catalonia or delving into the intricacies of human relationships, Bertrana's prose is vivid and engaging, drawing readers in from the very first page.
Overall, "Recull de contes" is a beautiful and thought-provoking collection of stories that will resonate with readers long after they have finished reading. Bertrana's writing is both timeless and relevant, making this collection a must-read for fans of literary fiction.
Book Description:
Prudenci Bertrana fou un escriptor modernista que s’enfrontà al classicisme noucentista que dominava la Catalunya de principis del segle XX. Conegut sobretot per la seva novel·la Josafat i pel llibre de contes Proses bàrbares , va publicar una gran quantitat de contes entre l’any 1903 i el 1937 que són considerats dels millors de la literatura catalana. Les seves obres es basen en tres aspectes principals: el paisatge, els pagesos i els animals. En aquest recull, oferim quatre contes seus publicats entre 1905 i 1923.
Prudenci Bertrana was a modernist writer who confronted the noucentista classicism that dominated Catalonia at the beginning of the 20th century. Known mainly for his novel Josafat and for his short story book Proses bàrbares , he published a large number of short stories between 1903 and 1937 that are considered among the best in Catalan literature. His works are based on three main aspects: the landscape, the farmers and the animals. In this collection, we offer four of his short stories published between 1905 and 1923.
- Summary by Joan Pujolar
