Celia, lo que dice facts for kids
First edition cover, 1929
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| Author | Elena Fortún |
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| Illustrator | Molina Gallent |
| Country | Spain |
| Language | Spanish |
| Series | "Celia y su mundo" |
| Genre | children's novel, drama |
| Publisher | Manuel Aguilar |
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Publication date
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1929 |
| Media type | Print (Hardback & Paperback) |
| Pages | 223 |
| ISBN | 84-206-3575-8 |
| Followed by | Celia en el colegio (1932) |
Celia, lo que dice (which means "What Celia Says") is a famous children's book from Spain. It was written by Elena Fortún and first came out in 1929. This book is the first in a popular series about a young girl named Celia Gálvez de Montalbán. The stories in the book were first printed in magazines. They tell about Celia's life in Madrid from her own point of view.
Celia was a very popular character for many years. She was known for asking lots of questions about the world around her. She did this in a clever and innocent way. The book was so loved that many more books about Celia followed. The last one was published in 1987. Today, the "Celia" books are seen as important classics of Spanish literature.
Contents
What is Celia, lo que dice?
This book is a collection of short stories. They are all about a seven-year-old girl named Celia. She lives in Madrid with her family. The stories show her daily life and her thoughts. Celia is a curious girl who always wants to understand things. She often asks grown-ups questions that make them think.
Who is Celia Gálvez?
Celia is the main character of the book. She is a curious and imaginative girl. She loves to explore and learn new things. Celia often sees the world differently from adults. Her innocent questions and observations are what make the stories so special. She became a favorite character for many young readers.
The Author: Elena Fortún
Elena Fortún was the pen name of Encarna Aragoneses de Urquijo. She was a Spanish writer. Elena Fortún created the character of Celia. She wrote many books about Celia's adventures. Her stories helped shape children's literature in Spain. She wrote in a way that truly captured how children think and speak.
Celia's Popularity and Legacy
The "Celia" books were very successful when they were first published. They continued to be popular for decades. Many people consider them classics of Spanish children's literature. This means they are important and well-loved books that have stood the test of time. They are still read and enjoyed by new generations of children today.
Celia on Television
The first three "Celia" books were made into a TV series. This happened in 1992. The show was simply called Celia. It was produced by José Luis Borau. A young actress named Cristina Cruz Mínguez played Celia. The TV series helped bring Celia's stories to an even wider audience.
See also
- In Spanish: Celia, lo que dice para niños
