The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes by Unknown
His Fortunes and Adversities
"The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes" is a novel that follows the life of Lazarillo, a boy of humble origins from Salamanca, Spain, who becomes an apprentice to a series of masters, each representing different aspects of society. The narrative is a critique of the hypocrisy and corruption of the Spanish society of the time, especially the clergy. Lazarillo's experiences and the lessons he learns, often through deception and trickery, serve as a social and moral commentary on the world around him. The novel is considered one of the pioneers of the picaresque genre.
The 720th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1554
- Nationality
- Spanish
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 60-120
- Words
- 22,000
- Original Language
- Spanish
- Alternate Titles
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The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes and of His Fortunes and Adversities
Lazarillo de Tormes
The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes, His Fortunes and Misfortunes as Told by Himself
The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes and His Fortunes and Adversities
The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes and His Adventures
Lazarillo de Tormes: The Adventures of a Spanish Rogue
The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes and His Misfortunes
Lazarillo de Tormes: The Life and Adventures of a Spanish Rogue
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