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"The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes: And his Fortunes And Adversities" is a seminal work of Spanish literature and a foundational example of the picaresque novel. This edition brings to life the episodic journey of Lazarillo, a resourceful and cunning young boy who navigates the harsh realities of 16th-century Spain. Serving a series of mastersa?"a blind beggar, a stingy clergyman, and othersa?"Lazarillo employs his wit and guile to survive in a world marked by poverty, hypocrisy, and social inequality.
Translated and introduced for English readers by Charles Philip Wagner, Louis How, and R. FoulchA(c)-Delbosc, this edition captures the spirit and satirical edge of the original Spanish text. "The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes" offers a vivid and unvarnished portrayal of Spanish society, providing both a compelling narrative and a sharp critique of its time. Its enduring appeal lies in its timeless themes of survival, social mobility, and the human condition.
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