The Manuscript Found in Saragossa by Jan Potocki
"The Manuscript Found in Saragossa" is a complex, multi-layered narrative that revolves around a young officer who discovers an ancient manuscript during the Napoleonic Wars. The manuscript contains a series of interwoven stories that span across time and space, featuring a range of characters including gypsies, bandits, and noblemen. These tales explore themes of philosophy, morality, and the supernatural, all while offering a fascinating glimpse into 18th-century Spanish culture.
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- Published
- 1805
- Nationality
- Polish
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 600-700
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
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- Manoscritto Trovato A Saragozza
- Manoscritto trovato a Saragozza
- Manuscrit trouvé à Saragosse
- The Saragossa Manuscript
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