The Galician government has celebrated the 70th anniversary of the literary magazine 'Papeles de Son Armadans' at the Camilo José Cela House Museum in Padrón. The event was marked by an exhibition titled 'Una red hecha de papel', which pays tribute to the magazine founded and edited by the Nobel laureate Camilo José Cela.
José López Campos, the Minister of Culture, Language and Youth, emphasised Cela's vital role in promoting and dignifying Galician literature, particularly during a time of exile and censorship under the dictatorship. He described the exhibition as a 'just recognition' of Cela's significant contributions to ensure the quality of Galician literature was not lost.
From 1956 to 1979, 'Papeles de Son Armadans' provided a platform for various languages, including Galician, which were denied official recognition at the time. López Campos highlighted the magazine's commitment to linguistic diversity and literary dignity, showcasing the works of notable figures such as Celso Emilio Ferreiro, Xosé Neira Vilas, and José Ángel Valente, among others.
Moreover, the Minister noted the magazine's role in fostering a cultural community ahead of its time, featuring contributions from artists like Joan Miró and collaborations with philosophers and poets such as María Zambrano and Rafael Alberti.
The exhibition, which runs until February 2027, includes a letter from Cela to Vicente Aleixandre announcing the magazine's launch, a mural by the Mallorcan painter Palo Fornés, and handwritten dedications from renowned artists like Pablo Picasso and Antonio Saura.
López Campos encouraged visitors to explore the exhibition, which features correspondence, photographs, manuscripts, and personal objects, to appreciate the importance of this essential magazine in the context of Spain's literary and linguistic diversity.
