The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes (eBook)

Biographical Novel

Anonymous (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
68 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654771608-2 (EAN)

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The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes is a groundbreaking work of picaresque literature that follows the life of a poor boy named Lazarillo as he navigates through 16th-century Spain. Written in first person narrative, the book features a satirical and critical portrayal of the society, highlighting themes of social injustice and human nature. The anonymous author utilizes vivid imagery and a sharp wit to bring to life the hardships faced by Lazarillo, making it a captivating read that continues to be relevant in modern times. The book is considered one of the earliest examples of the picaresque genre, setting a precedent for future works in Spanish literature. The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes offers a unique glimpse into the challenges faced by the lower class during the Spanish Golden Age, making it a valuable piece of historical and literary significance. Fans of satirical and thought-provoking literature will find this book both entertaining and enlightening, as it challenges societal norms and sheds light on timeless issues of class disparity and moral decay.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 9.11.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Romane / Erzählungen
• Schlagworte: 16th century fiction • 16th-century society • anonymous authors • anonymous authorship • archetypal journey • classic European novels • Don Quixote • early modern narrative • Franz Kafka • Golden Age literature • historical Christian fiction • Huck Finn • human nature exploration • Innocence to deception • John Steinbeck • Lazarillo de Tormes • Leo Tolstoy • Literary Realism • Picaresque novel • satirical social critique • Spanish Inquisition period fiction • spanish literature classics • Spanish picaresque • Survival in servitude • the song of achilles • the weight of ink • thin air • Tom Jones • Underdog protagonist • where the crawdads sing