How did writers of the 1970s experiment with the Catalan novel?

During the 1970s, writers of the Catalan novel significantly expanded traditional literary boundaries by experimenting with new forms and themes. This generation was heavily influenced by the Latin American "boom" novelists of the 1960s and 1970s, which encouraged them to explore the intersection between literature and film.1

Key aspects of this experimentation included:

• Metafiction: Writers drew inspiration from the playful metafictional experiments of Pere Calders, whose work Ronda naval sota la boira (1966) served as a notable precursor to these trends.1
• Thematic Analysis: Authors sought to analyze the complexities and contradictions of contemporary society. A prominent example is Terenci Moix, whose 1971 novel Món mascle (“Male World”) is recognized for its irreverent and profound examination of these social tensions.1
• Broadened Scope: This era saw a departure from previous constraints, as writers utilized diverse narrative techniques to push the limits of the genre, often looking beyond traditional Catalan storytelling models to incorporate international influences.1