The Life And Adventures Of Lazarillo De Tormes; The Life And Adventures Of Guzman D'Alfarache (1890)

by Mateo Alemán

Book Overview

The Life And Adventures Of Lazarillo De Tormes; The Life And Adventures Of Guzman D�������Alfarache is a book written by Don Diego Hurtado de Mendoza and published in 1890. The book is a collection of two Spanish picaresque novels, Lazarillo de Tormes and Guzman d'Alfarache, which were written in the 16th and 17th centuries, respectively.The first novel, Lazarillo de Tormes, tells the story of a young boy named Lazarillo who grows up in poverty and becomes a servant to various masters. Through his experiences, he learns to navigate the complexities of Spanish society and develops a cunning and resourceful personality.The second novel, Guzman d'Alfarache, follows the adventures of a young man named Guzman who begins his life as a poor orphan and eventually becomes a successful con artist. Along the way, he encounters various characters and experiences both the highs and lows of life.Both novels are considered important works of Spanish literature and are known for their satirical commentary on Spanish society and the Catholic Church. The Life And Adventures Of Lazarillo De Tormes; The Life And Adventures Of Guzman D�������Alfarache is a must-read for anyone interested in Spanish literature and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 054858530X
• ISBN13: 9780548585306
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"