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Author: Pompeu Fabra Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing ISBN: 9027232644 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 273
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Pompeu Fabra (1868-1948) is renowned as the person who reformed and codified modern Catalan, giving it the condition of a normativised language of culture that proved fit to meet all the challenges of the twentieth century. The context in which he worked was defined by the ideology and momentum of a dynamic Catalan nationalism emerging out of the nineteenth-century cultural revival movement, energies which have continued to affect politics in the Spanish state through to the present. The imposing corpus of Fabra's writings newspaper articles, lectures and papers, various grammars and the redaction of the official dictionary of Catalan covered all aspects of the normativisation and the social normalisation of a rejuvenated national language. His work was, moreover, abreast of the most advanced developments in the newly emerging discipline of modern linguistics.The present volume was conceived in response to expressions of disappointment that the figure and the intellectual contributions of Pompeu Fabra have remained virtually unrecognised internationally. Some rectification of this situation is offered by this first ever translation into English of a representative selection of his writings, accompanied by the first substantial study on him in that language. In this way his work should be made much more accessible to the international community of linguists and of specialists in various branches of the social sciences, for whom Fabra's exclusive dedication to Catalan retains great relevance.
Author: Pompeu Fabra Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing ISBN: 9027232644 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 273
Book Description
Pompeu Fabra (1868-1948) is renowned as the person who reformed and codified modern Catalan, giving it the condition of a normativised language of culture that proved fit to meet all the challenges of the twentieth century. The context in which he worked was defined by the ideology and momentum of a dynamic Catalan nationalism emerging out of the nineteenth-century cultural revival movement, energies which have continued to affect politics in the Spanish state through to the present. The imposing corpus of Fabra's writings newspaper articles, lectures and papers, various grammars and the redaction of the official dictionary of Catalan covered all aspects of the normativisation and the social normalisation of a rejuvenated national language. His work was, moreover, abreast of the most advanced developments in the newly emerging discipline of modern linguistics.The present volume was conceived in response to expressions of disappointment that the figure and the intellectual contributions of Pompeu Fabra have remained virtually unrecognised internationally. Some rectification of this situation is offered by this first ever translation into English of a representative selection of his writings, accompanied by the first substantial study on him in that language. In this way his work should be made much more accessible to the international community of linguists and of specialists in various branches of the social sciences, for whom Fabra's exclusive dedication to Catalan retains great relevance.
Author: Juan José Lahuerta Publisher: ISBN: Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 366
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Antoni Gaudí (1852-1928) was a builder by instinct and by practice, fanciful and baroque in his sensibility, in love with the bright colours and plastic forms of the Mediterranean tradition. Despite his considerable contributions, Gaudí was an isolated figure in the architecture of the modern era. Critics were slow to recognize the prophetic value of his work, owing to the difficulty in reconciling it with the development of the Modern Movement. Gaudí invented a new form of modernism that combined elements of art nouveau, Catalan nationalism, Gothic Revival and his own relentlessly original imagination. His eclectic experience was made possible by special historical circumstances such as the economic prosperity of Barcelona and the existence of highly skilled craftsmen in Catalonia. This volume covers Gaudí's work in systematic fashion, from the Güell Palace to the park of the same name, and finally to his unfinished masterpiece, the church of the Sagrada Familia. Author Juan José Lahuerta devotes an attentive critical re-examination of the architect's work through a thorough analysis of his designs and writings.
Author: Maurici Pla Publisher: Triangle Postals ISBN: Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 498
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Ordered by geographic routes, this guide compiles and describes, through commentaries, technical specifications, plans and photographs, the 417 most outstanding pieces of work from Modernism until the present, placing special emphasis on our contemporary architecture. It includes an index of architects and a detailed bibliograph. Published jointly with the Colalegi d'Arquitectes de Catalunya (Architects' Professional Association of Catalonia).
Author: Charles River Editors Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781976328787 Category : Languages : en Pages : 88
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*Includes pictures *Includes Gaudi's quotes about his life and work *Includes online resources and a bibliography for further reading "Those who look for the laws of Nature as a support for their new works collaborate with the creator." - Antoni Gaudi Halfway into the 19th century, Spain's Catalonia underwent a sweeping transformation when it was thrust into not one, but 2 golden eras - the Renaixen�a and the Industrial Revolution. It was during this explosive period of creativity, thriving prosperity, and invigorated patriotism that a steadfastly nonconforming and fascinatingly eccentric icon was born, one that was about to take Catalonia by storm with his brilliant eye for unorthodox art and his legendary - or as some would say, notoriously - out-of-the-box ideas. Salvador Dal�, the celebrated surrealist, was one of many who would find a fount of inspiration in him, even once raving about the Sagrada Familia, the highlight of this icon's career: "Those who have not heard about the chromatic and shining essence of its color, the astonishing polyphony of its towers as organ pipes and shocked by its mutant naturalism, are traitors." This icon in question, of course, is none other than what many now consider to be the patriarch of the Catalan Modernism movement: Antoni Gaud�. Antoni Gaud�: The Life and Legacy of the Architect of Catalan Modernism examines his life and career highlights, how his religiosity and love for nature shaped his art, and how a dangerous obsession eventually led to a genius' tragic end. Along with pictures depicting important people, places, and events, you will learn about Gaudi like never before.
Author: Gijs van Hensbergen Publisher: Harper Collins ISBN: 0060935634 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 362
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At the time of his death in 1926, Antoni Gaudí was arguably the most famous architect in the world. He had created some of the greatest and most controversial masterpieces of modern architecture, which were as exotic as they were outrageous. But little is known about the shadowy figure behind the swirling, vivid buildings that inspired the Surrealists. This masterful biography brings both man and architect powerfully to life against the changing backdrop of Barcelona and Catalonia. Gijs van Hensbergen leads us through the design and construction of Gaudí’s most significant buildings -- revealing their innovation and complexity, and demonstrating the growing relevance of Gaudí’s architecture today.
Author: The complete guide Editions Publisher: The complete guide Editions ISBN: Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 169
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Through the pages of this work, we invite you to discover the captivating and enchanting universe of one of the most innovative and i conic architects Antoni Gaudí, a seminal figure in Catalan Modernism, has left an indelible mark on Barcelona's architectural landscape with creations that transcend the boundaries of time and space. This guide is intended to lead you through the mazes of his creative genius, reveal the secrets of his most famous works, and immerse you in the visionary spirit that animated this master of architecture.Each chapter will lead you to discover a different facet of Gaudí's work, from his early steps in architecture to his most celebrated achievements. We will explore the Sagrada Família, a true symbol of his devotion to sacred art, the Park Güell, where the harmony between nature and architecture reaches its peak, and many other projects that testify to his boundless creativity.This guide is not limited to a simple exploration of buildings. We will also delve into the innovative techniques and deep inspirations that shaped Gaudí's work. From the complex symbolism of the Sagrada Família to the bold organic forms of his creations, you will discover the elements that made him an avant-garde architect.Whether you are an art enthusiast, a curious traveler, or an architecture student, this work has been designed to offer you an immersive experience in the fascinating universe of Antoni Gaudí.
Author: Josep Maria Montaner Publisher: ISBN: Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 306
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Montaner outlines what Barcelona has to offer in the way of architecture and interior design from Gothic to the present day, and argues that no other major city combines history and avant-garde like the Catalan capital.
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