Josep Abril i Virgili: A Voice of Catalan Morality and Wit Josep Abril i Virgili (1869-1918), a self-taught poet and playwright born in the vibrant city of Barcelona, Spain, stands as a significant figure in late 19th and early 20th century Catalan literature. His work, deeply rooted in Catholic morality and infused with a distinctly Catalan sensibility, resonated powerfully within his community, particularly through its presentation to public organizations. Abril i Virgili’s legacy lies not just in the plays and poems he penned, but also in his role as a disseminator of moral lessons—access…