Sant Jordi: A celebration of literary diversity
Every year, Sant Jordi’s day in Catalonia becomes a vibrant festival where books and roses flood the streets. However, this year we propose an alternative look, highlighting a selection of books that move away from the usual recommendations of the traditional press.
Books that challenge conventional thinking
Our list includes works that address controversial topics such as security, education and climate change. These books offer a unique and often ignored perspective by the most traditional media.
Prominent proposals for curious readers
Then we present a selection of titles that deserve to be read this Saint George, each giving a different view on current issues.
‘A height removed: Spain, Catalonia and the PP’ d’Alejandro Fernández
In this book, the leader of the PP in Catalonia, Alejandro Fernández, analyzes the current political landscape, raising crucial questions about the future of Spain and the role of the ‘process’ in national politics.
‘Don’t tell anyone what you work’ d’Albert Duchamp
Through the experiences of a head of unity in a prison, Duchamp reveals the unknown realities of the Catalan prison system, just after 40 years of the transfer of powers to the Generalitat.
‘Basurized Education’ by David Rabadà
Rabadà addresses the controversial situation of the Catalan educational system, analyzing its effectiveness and proposing an alternative model that challenges current ideas on teaching.
‘Basic incompetencies’ by Damià Bardera
With a forceful tone, Bardera denounces the deficiencies of the education system, providing a clear view of the decline of education in Catalonia.
‘Laura Fàbregas’s Diario’ Diary ‘
Fàbregas offers a unique perspective on the independence process, revealing his experience as a journalist who opposed the dominant narrative.
‘Ecomitos’ by Víctor Resco
RESCO analyzes the myths that surround climate change, providing a critical view of popular beliefs and their influence on environmental policies.
‘Why the worker votes to the right’ by Roberto Vaquero
Vaquero reflects on the disconnect between the left and the working class, analyzing the causes of a change in political preferences.
‘Spain, Criminal Comfort’ by Samuel Vázquez I Josema Vallejo
The authors highlight the realities of crime in Spain, exposing the disconnection between politics and society.
‘The Court of Emperor Junqueras’ by Sergio Fidalgo
In a satirical novel, Fidalgo imagines a dystopian future under the rule of Oriol Junqueras, offering a poignant critique of current politics.
‘No one is born in a wrong body’ by José Errasti I Marino Pérez Álvarez
This book addresses the debate on gender identity, questioning accepted ideas and providing a perspective based on scientific evidence.
Final reflections
St. George is not only a day to celebrate literature, but also to explore voices and narratives that are often in the shade. This selection of books challenges traditional notions and invites a critical reflection on current issues.
