The Licentiate Vidriera (Doctor Glass-Case) (eBook)

A Humorous Tale of Perception and Sanity in the Spanish Golden Age

Miguel de Cervantes (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2021
26 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406646817-0 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Licentiate Vidriera (Doctor Glass-Case)," Miguel de Cervantes offers a fascinating exploration of identity, madness, and social perception through the lens of a young man who believes he is made of glass. This novella, imbued with Cervantean wit and poignant irony, unfolds within the context of early modern Spain, shedding light on the social hierarchies and existential dilemmas of the time. Cervantes employs a rich tapestry of narrative techniques, blending realism with fantastical elements, which contributes to the novella's compelling critique of societal norms and human vulnerability. Cervantes, an icon of Renaissance literature, draws upon his own tumultuous life experiences'Äînamely, his imprisonment, military service, and struggles with public perception'Äîto craft this poignant narrative. The metafictional elements reflect his deep understanding of the human condition and a preoccupation with the boundaries between sanity and insanity. His personal history, marked by resilience in the face of adversity, deeply informs the themes he articulates in the text. "The Licentiate Vidriera" is a must-read for anyone seeking to delve into the complexities of mental health and societal alienation. Cervantes' masterful storytelling invites readers to reflect on the nature of reality and the constructs that bind us, making this work both timeless and profoundly relevant.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.4.2021
• Übersetzer: Walter K. Kelly
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Comic / Humor / Manga
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Malerei / Plastik
• Schlagworte: Cervantes' storytelling • Character Study • Culture • development of sanity • Don Quixote • Fiction • Golden Age of Spanish Literature • historical fiction • Humanities • Humor and social commentary • intelligent dialogues • light-hearted satire • literary classics • Literary Realism • Madness in literature • Miguel de Cervantes • perception and reality • Renaissance literature • Satire • Satirical Novella • Short Stories • Spanish Golden Age • Spanish Literature