The claim for local authors during Christmas reading season

An opinion piece highlights the emotional and geographical connection with writers like Núria Perpinyà and Narcís Comadira during the holidays.

Generic image of books on a shelf, symbolizing the selection of readings during the holidays.

Generic image of books on a shelf, symbolizing the selection of readings during the holidays.

A recent opinion column published in Lleida advocates for prioritizing the reading of local authors during the Christmas and Three Kings celebrations as a valuable cultural investment.

The article opens the debate on literary affiliation, citing the case of Franz Kafka, a Czech writer of German expression, to establish that language is the determining factor. Nevertheless, it stresses that territorial affiliation and emotional connection are crucial for readers.
From the Terres de Lleida region, the focus is placed on figures such as Núria Perpinyà, Arnau Barios, and Teresa Colom, while in Girona, authors like Narcís Comadira or Quim Espanyol are highlighted. This proximity, both geographical and emotional, empowers readers to recommend their works with greater conviction.

"Culture is a great pleasure. It is what differentiates you from others, what gives you a veneer to civilize yourself, and it is a path you must always travel."

David Castillo · Writer and Cultural Critic
The column urges readers to take advantage of the consumerist spirit of the Christmas and Three Kings holidays to invest in cultural products, ensuring that 'a Christmas with books is always a better Christmas.' It reminds readers that Sant Jordi already focuses on prioritizing media-friendly authors.
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