A transformative literary experience
In a welcoming atmosphere, Leo Espluga, a young thinker from Castelldefels, begins his talk with a carefree style, sitting on pillows and surrounded by books. The CCCB has become a space for literary exploration within the framework of the Món Llibre Festival, an event that promotes reading between children and younger people. In this edition, the aim is to turn literature into a playful and creative adventure.
The importance of game in reading
Espluga emphasizes that literature is not only a means of consumption, but an experimentation that allows us to connect with the world without the limitations of our material reality. In a saturated world of superficial information, he proposes a new way of perceiving the truth, one that is revealed through experience and play. “Game, like reading, is a form of resistance,” he says.
Reflections on time and truth
With a quote from Heraclitus, Espluga invites us to think of time as a living experience. In his vision, reading is an act that goes beyond the passive absorption of data; It is a co -creation that transforms us as readers. “Each reading offers us truth fragments that we can incorporate into our lives,” he says.
Reading as resistance
As Espluga develops his ideas, he talks about reading as an act of rebellion against consumerism and immediacy. Literature, in its opinion, must be a space where it can be played without the requirement of productivity. ‘Reading for pleasure is a form of resistance,’ he says, emphasizing the importance of enjoying literary journey without looking for an immediate benefit.
A space for reflection
Espluga reminds us that, in a world that values the speed, reading offers us a pause. It is a time to interpret, to reflect and to connect with our own experience. “In a world where everything is immediate, reading allows us to explore our deepest thoughts,” he says.
The importance of shared reading
At the end of his talk, Espluga encourages shared reading. This dynamic, either in reading clubs or in informal conversations, promotes a space of collective creation. “Reading must be a community act, a space where we can all play and learn together,” he concludes.
A final reflection
As the event comes to an end, Espluga leaves attendees with a powerful message: reading is a form of resistance, a pact with the imagination and an exploration of truth. In a world that often seems to be disconnected, literature can be the thread that unites us and helps us to find our way. ‘True knowledge is a seed that can bloom in the most unexpected places,’ concludes with a smile.
Món Llibre is still a vital space for promoting reading among new generations. To date, you can still participate in this celebration of literature and play.
