Rasero by Francisco Rebolledo
Set against the vibrant backdrop of 18th-century Europe, this novel intricately weaves the life of Fausto Rasero, a Spanish nobleman, as he navigates the tumultuous tides of the Enlightenment. Through his interactions with historical figures like Voltaire, Diderot, and Casanova, Rasero becomes a witness to the era's intellectual fervor and moral complexities. His journey is marked by philosophical musings, romantic entanglements, and a quest for personal enlightenment, all while grappling with the profound changes sweeping across the continent. The narrative explores themes of reason, passion, and the eternal quest for truth, painting a vivid portrait of a world on the brink of modernity.
The 17151st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1995
- Nationality
- Mexican
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 500-600
- Original Language
- Spanish
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- Daniel S. Burt's Recommended Historical Novels (What Historical Novel Do I Read Next? by Daniel S. Burt (1997))