Mercè Rodoreda

Mercè Rodoreda (date of birth and death not provided in given articles) was a Catalan novelist. She gained widespread recognition in the 1970s and 1980s after returning from exile in 1972. Her work became even more prominent with the 1982 film adaptation of her novel, *La plaça del Diamant* (The Diamond Square), directed by Francesc Betriu. Currently, Rodoreda is newsworthy because the CCCB (Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona) is hosting an exhibition dedicated to her life and work titled *Rodoreda, un bosc* (Rodoreda, a forest), running until May 25th. This exhibition suggests a renewed interest in her contributions to Catalan literature and culture. While the articles do not explicitly state her current relevance, the exhibition implies that her work continues to resonate with audiences and scholars today.