Josep Benet i Morell facts for kids

Josep Benet i Morell (born April 14, 1920, in Cervera; died March 24, 2008, in Sant Cugat del Vallès) was an important Catalan politician, historian, and publisher. He spent his life working to protect and promote the culture and self-governance of Catalonia, a region in Spain. From a young age, he was involved in the Catalan nationalist movement, which aimed to strengthen Catalonia's identity and rights. He was also part of the Federation of Young Christians of Catalonia.

A Life for Catalonia

Early Life and Ideas

Josep Benet studied at the famous Escolania de Montserrat, a special school known for its choir. Even when he was very young, he became involved in groups that supported Catalan culture and identity. He believed strongly in the importance of Catalonia's unique history and language.

Helping Catalonia Gain Self-Rule

Josep Benet became one of the most important figures in Catalan politics during the 20th century. After a long period when Catalonia had little self-rule, Spain began to change. As a parliamentarian (a member of parliament), Josep Benet played a key role. He was part of a special group called the Committee of Twenty. This committee helped write the first draft of the Statute of Autonomy of Catalonia of 1979. This important document set out the rules for how Catalonia would govern itself, giving it more control over its own affairs.

His Books and Writings

Josep Benet was also a dedicated historian and publisher. He wrote many books about Catalan history, especially focusing on difficult times and important figures. His writings helped people understand the past and the struggles Catalonia faced.

• 1964: Maragall i la Setmana Tràgica
• 1968: El Doctor Torras i Bages en el marc del seu temps
• 1973: Catalunya sota el règim franquista
• 1990: Exili i mort del president Companys
• 1992: El president Tarradellas en els seus textos (1954-1988)
• 1995: L'intent franquista de genocidi cultural de Catalunya
• 1998: La mort del president Companys
• 1999: Carles Rahola, afusellat
• 2003: Escrits en defensa pròpia
• 2003: Domènec Latorre, afusellat per catalanista
• 2008: De l'esperança a la desfeta (1920-1939)
• 2008: El meu jurament de 1939
• 2008: Joan Peiró, afusellat
• 2009: Manuel Carrasco i Formiguera, afusellat

See also

In Spanish: Josep Benet para niños