The Life and Adventures of Guzman D'Alfarache, or the Spanish Rogue, vol. 3/3
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| Author | Alemán, Mateo, 1547-1614? |
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| Translator | Brady, John Henry |
| Translator | Le Sage, Alain René, 1668-1747 |
| Title | The Life and Adventures of Guzman D'Alfarache, or the Spanish Rogue, vol. 3/3 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Life and Adventures of Guzman D'Alfarache, or the Spanish Rogue, vol. 3/3" by John Henry Brady is a classic novel written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a continuation of the adventures of Guzman, a cunning rogue navigating various social strata in 16th century Spain and beyond. The book presents the protagonist's misadventures filled with romance, deception, and the pursuit of wealth while shedding light on morality and society during that period. The opening of the volume introduces Guzman at the Grand Duke's Court, where he attends a lively ball shortly after arriving in Florence. Impressing the court with his dancing skills, he draws the admiration of the Grand Duke and Duchess and captures the attention of a beautiful widow, igniting a burgeoning romance. As Guzman revels in his newfound status and connections, he plans to utilize his experiences to secure a more established position in society. The narrative sets the stage for a tale of intrigue, perseverance, and the complexities of love, placing Guzman in a pivotal moment where his charm and wit will be tested in the affluent circles he aspires to belong to. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Spanish fiction -- Classical period, 1500-1700 |
| Subject | Picaresque fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53081 |
| Release Date | Sep 18, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 48 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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