The exploits of Agent Nofre McCow, a detective figure born from the pen of José Luis Bartolomé, come to life in Palau-saverdera. These adventures, published in the books Crim a la capella blanca and Segrest a Bellevue, merge fictional elements with glimpses of local history and customs, all presented with a direct style and subtle humor.
Bartolomé, a collaborator of EMPORDÀ and local activist, has created a character who, despite being fictional, has deep roots in the culture of Palau-saverdera. The agent's name, Nofre McCow, is a play on words that Anglicizes the local surname Macau and pays homage to the hermitage of Sant Onofre, an emblematic place for the town's inhabitants.
“"To enjoy the well-being of a town (Palau) located between vineyards and olive groves of peace and a rose garden."
McCow's investigations lead readers to discover emblematic places in the municipality, from the Font de Dalt, known for its water, to the unique cork oak forest of Bach, a wood with large cork oaks. Even the quarries that mark the landscape of Palau-saverdera are objects of his curiosity, with explanations that blend reality with fantasy.
The author uses the narrative to delve into the identity of Palau-saverdera, a town situated between Pau and Roses, offering a privileged view over the bay and the Empordà plain. This location, which has earned it the nickname Balcony of the Empordà, is a constant element in Bartolomé's descriptions, inviting readers to explore the charms of the area through literature.
