Alice Saldini
Bio
Hi, I'm Alice (pronounced ah-LEE-che), and I have a profound love for both writing and reading. For me, writing is a beautiful and powerful tool that allows me to express my innermost feelings and thoughts.
Stories (5/0)
How the ideas of nation represented in Salvador Espriu’s La pell de brau and the football teams of Barcelona.
The representation of nationhood is a multifaceted concept, often depicted through various mediums that encapsulate a society's identity. In Salvador Espriu's literary masterpiece, La pell de brau, and the ardent world of Barcelona's football teams, particularly FC Barcelona, we encounter two distinct yet interconnected narratives that illuminate the complexities of national identity, particularly within the context of Catalonia. Espriu's poetic exploration delves into Catalonia's rich heritage and its struggles for autonomy, while FC Barcelona emerges as a symbolic powerhouse, embodying the aspirations and struggles of Catalans through the realm of sports. This essay aims to explore the parallels and divergences between these two realms of representation, examining how they shape and reflect the ideas of nationhood in Catalonia. Through an analysis of Espriu's evocative imagery, historical allusions, and political undertones in La pell de brau, alongside an exploration of FC Barcelona's cultural significance, and political dimensions, this essay will delve into the nuanced ways in which ideas of nation are manifested and contested in both literary and sporting arenas. By juxtaposing these two forms of expression, it will aim to uncover the rich tapestry of Catalan identity and its complex relationship with Spain, shedding light on the intersections between literature, sport, and the quest for autonomy.
By Alice Saldini19 days ago in BookClub
How Griselda Gambaro Argentinian socio-political reality in Antígona furiosa.
Griselda Gambaro’s Antígona Furiosa serves as a powerful and incisive reimagining of Sophocles’ classical tragedy Antigone, reframed to address the socio-political realities of Argentina, particularly during the period of the Dirty War (1976-1983). Through this modern adaptation, Gambaro explores themes of resistance, authoritarianism, and memory, creating a narrative that resonates deeply with the historical and cultural context of her country. This essay will delve into how Gambaro utilises the character of Antígona to reflect on these issues, providing a critical examination of Argentina’s tumultuous political landscape and highlighting the enduring relevance of the story in contemporary discourse on justice and human rights. Through this analysis, we will explore how Gambaro’s work transcends its classical roots to become a powerful commentary on modern struggles for justice and the importance of confronting and remembering past atrocities.
By Alice Saldini19 days ago in BookClub
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Losing my period for an entire year felt like losing a part of myself. Each month, the absence reminded me that something was wrong, a silent alarm that my body wasn't functioning as it should. I tried to brush it off, to convince myself it was just a phase, but deep down, I knew something was off.
By Alice Saldini20 days ago in Viva
