Una família (2021) is a non-fiction work by Catalan author Toni Sala, focusing on his own family history and his roots in Sant Feliu de Guíxols and Platja d'Aro (Costa Brava). This book, often described as an autobiographical and memoir-like exploration, dives into the personal, economic, and social changes of his family through the lens of the tourism boom in the late 20th century. Key Aspects of Una família

It is described as a non-fiction narrative with precise, "model" prose that balances clarity, dignity, and piety.

The book is closely linked to Catalan literature themes of identity and landscape. Sala has described it as a way to understand his parents by walking in their footsteps.

The book explores memory, the passage of time, and the transition from familial hospitality to cold, industrial tourism. It is characterized as a "settling of scores" with his family, exploring the concept of how a family acts as a shield when external structures fail.

The L'Altra Editorial edition highlights that the book is an attempt to make peace with his past, particularly after the death of his parents. If you are looking for a deeper analysis, I can:

, such as Persecució or Els nois

Sala examines his family—his father, mother, and grandfather—who ran a local inn ( fonda ) and a riding school ( hípica ).