A Celebration of Poetry and Literary Creativity
As every year, the stage of the Palau Falguera Auditorium in Sant Feliu de Llobregat is filled with an atmosphere of literary creativity and poetry. Poetry Week has reached its 49th edition, keeping alive the tradition of recognizing and rewarding local and national poetic talent.
Recognition of Local and National Literary Creativity
This year, the prize for best poetry has been awarded to La represa del plaer, a work that addresses themes such as guilty pleasure, gender violence and resilience. The author, Paula S. Expósito, has been hailed as the winner of this prestigious award, highlighting her contribution to the literary wealth of the region.
A Celebration of Literary Creativity
During Poetry Week, Sant Feliu de Llobregat witnessed a wide range of activities ranging from concerts and recitals to talks and book presentations. This celebration culminated with the awarding of the Martí Dot Poetry Awards, recognizing and celebrating the diversity and richness of Catalan poetry.
A Tribute to the Literary Tradition
Mayor Lourdes Borrell has highlighted the importance of recognizing the contribution of figures such as Martí Dot and other prominent local poets in the preservation and continuity of this literary celebration. This initiative has been fundamental in consolidating Sant Feliu de Llobregat as a benchmark in the Catalan literary scene.
Fostering Literary Creativity among Youth
The Martí Dot Poetry Prize, created in 1974, has played a crucial role in promoting poetry in the Catalan language among young people. This award has been a platform to encourage and recognize emerging talent, with the aim of promoting literary creativity and the production of new poetic works.
Promising future for Catalan Poetry
With the participation of 31 poetry collections in the last edition, Poetry Week has demonstrated the vitality and diversity of Catalan poetry. This celebration has been a testament to the literary wealth of the region and has consolidated Sant Feliu de Llobregat as a vibrant scene for literary creativity.