Visions & Cants

by Joan Maragall

"Visions & Cants" by Joan Maragall is a poetry collection published in 1900. Divided into three parts, the book journeys through Catalonia's legendary past, everyday present, and hopeful future. Maragall weaves tales of cursed hunters, condemned monks, and heroic kings to explore Catalan identity and character. From mythic figures like the Comte Arnau to historical heroes like King Jaume I, these poems blend folklore with national consciousness, moving from historical visions through intimate daily scenes toward collective celebration and patriotic exaltation.