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Frederic Soler i Hubert
1839–1895
A central figure in 19th-century Catalan theater, this Barcelona writer helped bring lively, popular drama to a wide audience. Writing under the name Serafí Pitarra, he mixed wit, stagecraft, and a strong feel for everyday speech.
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Lo ferrer de tall : Drama en tres actes i en vers
by Frederic Soler i Hubert
About the author
Born in Barcelona on October 9, 1839, Frederic Soler i Hubert became one of the best-known voices in Catalan literature and theater. He is most often remembered by his pen name, Serafí Pitarra, and worked as a poet, playwright, and theater impresario.
Soler wrote in Catalan at a time when the language was gaining renewed literary strength, and his plays became closely tied to the growth of modern Catalan theater. His work ranged from comic and satirical pieces to more ambitious dramas, and his popularity made him a major public literary figure in Barcelona.
He was also recognized in the literary world beyond the stage, winning the Floral Games three times and later serving as their chair in 1882. Soler died in Barcelona on July 4, 1895, but he remains an important name in the cultural history of Catalonia.