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  Arran del Cingle

  Joseph Morato

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  "Arran del Cingle" by Joseph Morató is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Biel, a character who returns to his village after serving time in prison and struggles to reintegrate into a community that shuns him. Faced with rejection and a dark past, Biel's journey is marked by themes of vengeance, redemption, and the search for acceptance amidst societal judgment. The opening of the novel introduces Biel as he confronts the cold reality of his homecoming after imprisonment. Despite his hopes of rekindling friendships and normalcy, he is met with disdain and avoidance from former friends and neighbors. The ambiance is thick with superstition and anxiety as rumors circulate about Biel's involvement with dark magic, reflecting the townspeople's fear and scapegoating tendencies. As the text progresses, concern for the future unfolds amid a backdrop of heavy storms and mythical beliefs, setting the stage for Biel's internal conflict and external struggles within a superstitious community. The narrative hints at a deeper exploration of his complex relationships, particularly with a woman named Malena, foreshadowing a blend of emotional strife and personal transformation in the face of adversity. This Catalan-language digital edition is prepared with active navigation, clean typography, a custom cover and a reading file stripped of source-site notices, donation text and unnecessary external links.

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  Filets de palaia

  Gerald Durrell

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  En moltes de les seves obres, Gerarld Durrell va recorre al gènere del relat i de l'humor per fer-nos arribar històries inspirades en la seva vida. Filets de palaia (1971) n'és un bon exemple. En aquest recull de sis peces, traduïdes i actualitzades per en Pep Julià, hi trobareu una accidentada travessia en barca per Corfú amb la família Durrell al complet, molts convidats i una nevera gegant a bord —«La festa d'aniversari»—, un jove Durrell en ple descobriment de la seva vocació treballant en una botiga d'animals i d'una fila de personatges extravagants —«Un trasllat de tortugues d'estany»—, la batussa amb una bamba negra en un esbojarrat sopar al Camerun —«L'ascens»—, i humor absurd i rialles incontenibles en «Una qüestió de jerarquia» i «Úrsula», el primer amor de Durrell, un personatge molt peculiar i impossible d'oblidar.

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  La casa Tellier i dues històries...

  Guy Maupassant

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  "Oh, spirit of Maupassant come to my aid!", escriu Henry James al seu diari. Maupassant té devots des d'Amèrica fins a Rússia. Joseph Conrad i Lev Tolstoi en prologuen les obres, Isaak Babel el tradueix. Tots, amb una barreja de fervor i desesperació, analitzen l'aparent senzillesa dels seus relats. "Els fets, sempre els fets, no hi ha res més que el preocupi", escriu Conrad. Tolstoi, en plena crisi mística, s'arrenca els cabells davant d'aquest artista sense credo ni déu que narra tan prodigiosament els humans. 
  
  L'obra de Maupassant va ser l'aliment dels gegants de la literatura moderna. ¿Per què no forma part avui del nostre imaginari? Potser pel mateix motiu que feia que Tolstoi s'arrenqués els cabells: no conté ni un bri d'ideologia. El que hi batega és la festa dels sentits, el tacte de les coses, la trepidació de la vida i, dins d'ella, la reïna del sentiment, que circula i fa que sigui plena.
  
  Dues de les nouvelles que oferim se centren en una figura particular: la prostituta, dispensada de sotmetre's als codis perquè atempta contra tots. Al recambró del volum, una escena domèstica desferma una rialla fonda i franca com el tro. Mia Tarradas s'ha posat al servei d'aquest fill de Flaubert per fer-li trobar les paraules en català. Un repte formidable, i una declaració d'amor

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  L'escanya-pobres

  Narcís Oller

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  "L'escanya-pobres" by Narcís Oller is a novel written in 1884. Set in a rural society undergoing industrialization, the story personifies money and greed through the tragic character Oleguer and his wife, Tuies. Both are consumed by extreme avarice, hoarding wealth while causing misery to those around them. Blending realism, naturalism, and romantic elements, the novel critiques a society anchored in old regime values while a new industrial order emerges, ultimately leading to violent consequences. This Catalan-language digital edition is prepared with active navigation, clean typography, a custom cover and a reading file stripped of source-site notices, donation text and unnecessary external links.

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  Sang Nova: Novel la muntanyenca...

  Maria Vayreda

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  "Sang Nova" by Marià Vayreda is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative introduces us to Ramón de Montbrió, a young man returning to his familial home after completing his studies, seeking to reconnect with his roots while grappling with the expectations of his uncle, Mossèn Joan. The story explores themes of tradition versus modernity, the tension between personal aspirations and familial ties, and the evolving role of education and career choices. At the start of the novel, the relationship between Ramón and his uncle is central to the narrative. Ramón receives a heartfelt letter from Mossèn Joan, revealing his uncle's desire for him to follow a more traditional path, specifically in the ecclesiastical field, in contrast to Ramón's ambitions of studying engineering. The opening chapters highlight Ramón's journey back home, his reflections during the travel, and the contrasting views he holds against his uncle's more conservative beliefs. This tension sets up a compelling exploration of their dynamic, while also introducing colorful secondary characters such as Pascal, the loyal recader, and Feliça, the housekeeper, who play significant roles in the unfolding family drama. This Catalan-language digital edition is prepared with active navigation, clean typography, a custom cover and a reading file stripped of source-site notices, donation text and unnecessary external links.

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  El meu amic Pellini i altres contes

  Prudenci Bertrana

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  "El meu amic Pellini i altres contes" by Prudenci Bertrana is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century." The book introduces various characters and themes, with a notable focus on life experiences and emotional narratives. The opening story centers around Pellini, a distinctive and imposing Italian man living in France, whose oddities and noble heart set the stage for humorous and poignant tales about friendship, nature, and individuality. "At the start of "El meu amic Pellini," we meet Pellini, a giant of a man known for his imposing frame and peculiar character." He works as a button factory foreman and is popular among the townsfolk, who ironically use his presence as a public clock due to his impressive stature and regular habits. The story recounts one memorable encounter between the narrator and Pellini, sparked by a failed hunt for a hare, showcasing Pellini's comical desperation and affectionate nature toward his dog. As their friendship blossoms through shared hunting adventures, the narrator reflects on Pellini's quirks, his past, and his emotional depth, setting the tone for a blend of humor and pathos that characterizes the collection. This Catalan-language digital edition is prepared with active navigation, clean typography, a custom cover and a reading file stripped of source-site notices, donation text and unnecessary external links.

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