02134cam a22003013u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000310011324500440014426400510018830000470023933600260028633700260031233800360033850000310037450800370040552012370044253400730167965300180175285600430177099900190181373961UtSlPG20260610134718.0mcr n260607r20241895utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aca2iso639-1 4aDP1 aAladern, Josep,d1869-191810aCostums típicas de la ciutat de Valls 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2024  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2024-07-04  adigital editor: Joan Queralt Gil  a"Costums típicas de la ciutat de Valls" by Josep Aladern is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the traditional customs and festivals unique to the city of Valls in Catalonia, highlighting its rich cultural heritage. Through detailed descriptions of the city's history, local festivities, and traditional events like the Castells and various folk dances, the author presents Valls as a vibrant representation of Catalan identity.  In the book, Aladern captures the essence of Valls, discussing key aspects such as its geographical setting, which influences its agricultural and cultural dynamics. The narrative delves into the origins and significance of various local customs, like the mesmerizing Castells (human towers) that represent a unique blend of community spirit and physical prowess. He also describes traditional dances and the extravagant figures, like giants and dragons, that add color to the local festivals. By weaving together history, folklore, and cultural practices, the book serves as a valuable homage to the traditions of Valls, offering readers a glimpse into the community's pride and identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  pOriginally published:cFerrol: Imprenta y librería de R.Pita, 1895  aValls (Spain)40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73961  c114686d114686