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  Josafat

  Prudenci Bertrana

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  "Josafat" by Prudenci Bertrana is a novel written in 1906 during Catalan modernism. A rural young man enters the city to pursue his religious calling, becoming a bell-ringer in a church. His vocation is marked by fanaticism and violence. When he encounters two prostitutes from his past, an erotic fascination leads to a sexual encounter that spirals into horror. What follows is a descent into fear, violence, and madness within the walls of the church itself. 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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  L'aventura de Tristany i Isolda

  Béroul, Gabrielle Thomas,...

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  Si al segle XIX Richard Wagner va compondre una òpera que va fer famosa la parella i l'any 1900 Joseph Bédier va reconstruir l'hipotètic original d'El romanç de Tristany i Isolda, esdevingut un clàssic de la cultura francesa, ara Lola Badia recupera la versió més antiga d'aquesta història mítica per convertir-la en un clàssic de la cultura catalana.
  
  
  Des de sempre, que l'amor ha insuflat grans sentiments a les ànimes enamorades. Des del segle XII, que l'amor apassionat, adúlter i tràgic ha unit Tristany i Isolda en un sol cos, una sola ànima. I la seva llegenda encara ens emociona.
  
  Dues orenetes deixen a la finestra del rei Marc de Cornualla un cabell llarg de dona, suau com un fil de seda, brillant com un raig d'or. El rei anuncia a la cort que només es casarà amb qui en sigui la propietària. Tristany, el nebot, va a Irlanda a buscar Isolda.
  
  
  Però, ai las!, a la nau que els transporta es beuen un vi d'herbes embruixat. Així comença la història d'un amor ni deshonest ni culpable. Tristany és un cavaller valent. Isolda, una enamorada ben astuta. El final de l'aventura és tan trepidant com el d'una bona sèrie televisiva.
  
  
  «—Senyor, per Déu omnipotent, si ell m'estima i jo l'estimo és per aquell beuratge que vaig beure i que ell també begué. »

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  Argelaga florida

  Josep Roig i Raventos

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  "Argelaga Florida" by Josep Roig i Raventós is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and experiences of its main character, Joan, a talented musician known as "Joan el miracler," who grapples with the pressures of public life, artistic aspiration, and personal suffering. The story delves into themes of memory, identity, and the contrasts between rural innocence and urban complexity. The opening of the book introduces Joan as he awakens in a familiar setting steeped in nostalgic memories of his childhood. As he prepares to return to his ancestral home, Joan reflects on the emotional weight of his past, particularly concerning the influences that shaped him, including the music he plays and the people he has lost. The narrative provides a vivid portrayal of the dawn and the beauty of nature that invigorates him, while also hinting at an underlying melancholy tied to his views on fame and the expectations that burden him. His journey back home sets the stage for a deeper exploration of his inner conflicts and artistic challenges that lie ahead. 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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  Lo rondallayre Tercera serie:...

  Francesc Maspons i Labros

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  "Lo rondallayre, Tercera série: Quentos populars catalans" by Maspons i Labrós is a collection of short stories and folktales written in the late 19th century. The book gathers a range of Catalan popular tales, often rooted in oral tradition and folklore, featuring a variety of protagonists such as clever youths, enchanted animals, humble villagers, and figures from myth and legend. The stories are designed to entertain and impart moral lessons, reflecting themes of wit, perseverance, fate, and transformation. Readers interested in traditional folk narratives or the cultural heritage of Catalonia would find this work particularly engaging. The beginning of the collection introduces several stories, each with distinct characters and fantastical situations. Tales include the adventures of Pere Revolt, a lively young man who finds himself caring for a magical castle before escaping with the help of an enchanted donkey; the trials of a boy who repeatedly bargains with the devil, each time learning the value of cleverness and caution; the quest of three royal brothers to win the throne through challenges involving magical animals and an enchanted princess; and the misadventures of a simple youth, Joan, whose literal-mindedness inadvertently brings his family fortune. Also present are brief, cumulative tales such as "La rateta," and wisdom stories like "Los tres consells de Salomó," where practical advice leads to prosperity and happiness. Overall, the stories in this opening section offer a vibrant sampling of Catalan folktale motifs, blending humor, magic, and lessons in morality. 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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  1984 (edició en català avalada...

  George Orwell

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  Una obra mestra ambientada en una societat distòpica, totalitària i dictatorial, que reflexiona sobre conceptes encara vigents com ara la censura, la manipulació dels mitjans de comunicació i la falta de llibertats individuals en benefici d'un suposat interès comú. L'any 1984 Londres és una ciutat fosca en què la Policia del Pensament controla exhaustivament la vida dels ciutadans. Winston Smith és un peó d'aquest engranatge pervers i té com a objectiu reescriure la història per adaptar-la al que el Partit considera la versió oficial dels fets. Fins que un dia en Winston decideix qüestionar-se el sistema que els governa i els sotmet. «No hi haurà lleialtat, llevat de la lleialtat al Partit. No hi haurà amor, llevat de l'amor pel Gran Germà. No hi haurà rialles, llevat de les rialles del triomf davant un enemic derrotat. No hi haurà art, ni literatura ni ciència. Quan siguem omnipotents ja no necessitarem la ciència. No hi haurà distinció entre la bellesa i la lletjor. No hi haurà curiositat ni alegria davant el curs de la vida. Tots els plaers antagònics seran destruïts».

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  La Parada

  Joaquin Ruyra

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  "La Parada" by Joaquín Ruyra is a novel written during the early 20th century. The narrative explores themes of nostalgia and the passage of time, particularly through the eyes of a young protagonist reflecting on the bittersweet transitions of autumn in a village, as families and students depart for the season, leaving behind memories and a sense of melancholy. The opening of "La Parada" introduces us to the protagonist, who describes the onset of autumn as a time filled with farewells, evoking a deep sense of loss as friends and summer visitors leave for the city. The protagonist reminisces about childhood innocence and the excitement of new beginnings despite the gloomy atmosphere. He shares a moment with his cousin and friends as they plan for a nighttime adventure to capture birds, showcasing their youthful exuberance and camaraderie. As they prepare for their escapade, moments of doubt and humor arise, particularly manifesting in their interactions with one another, culminating in a vivid portrayal of the hopes and fears that come with the impending night and their ambitions. 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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