Introduction. Resistance and Normalization: Uses of the past and Cultural Discourses in Contemporary Catalonia (original) (raw)

This article presents a collection of studies examining the role of historical narratives and cultural discourses in shaping contemporary Catalan culture, particularly in the context of resistance and normalization movements. Through a series of case studies, it explores how figures like Josep Benet and various literary works contribute to discussions of identity, memory, and the influence of the past on modern Catalan society. The studies highlight the complex relationship between culture, politics, and memory in the ongoing evolution of Catalan identity.