Altafulla explores the noble history of Baix Gaià in new book presentation

Author Salvador-J. Rovira Gómez reveals the influence of noble lineages in the region from the 15th to 19th centuries.

Generic image of a history book and a coat of arms on a wooden table in a rustic setting.
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Generic image of a history book and a coat of arms on a wooden table in a rustic setting.

The historian Salvador-J. Rovira Gómez presented his latest research in Altafulla this Saturday, focusing on the noble families that shaped the Baix Gaià region during the Early Modern period.

The event took place at la Pallissa de l'Era del Senyor, where the author discussed his book Els nobles del Baix Gaià a l'edat moderna with anthropologist Jordi Suñé. Published by La Banya Edicions, the work examines the social and political power structures from the late 15th to the early 19th century.
The book details various noble ranks, including feudal lords and honored citizens, and features a heraldic armorial. It also connects local history with the architectural heritage of castles in Altafulla, El Catllar, Creixell, and Torredembarra.
Following the Altafulla launch, the book will be presented in Torredembarra on April 16, with a future date to be confirmed for El Catllar.