Name: The Adventures of Gil Blas of Santillane, Volume 2 (en Inglés)
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Author: Alain René Le Sage;T. Smollett
ISBN: 9789374590430

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The Adventures of Gil Blas of Santillane, Volume 2 (en Inglés)

Formato

Libro Físico

Editorial

Alpha Edition

Autor

Alain René Le Sage;T. Smollett

Año

2026

Idioma

Inglés

N° páginas

220

Encuadernación

Tapa Blanda

Dimensiones

22.90 x 15.20 x 1.20 cm

ISBN13

9789374590430

The Adventures of Gil Blas of Santillane, Volume 2 (en Inglés)

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A sudden turn in a shadowed Spanish alley, a whispered intrigue at a nobleman's table: the world unfurls for a quick-witted rogue whose fortunes rise and fall as swiftly as the Spanish sun. Set against the bustling tapestry of early modern Spain, this picaresque novel delivers a journey narrative alive with wit, mischief, and the sharp edge of social satire. The story traces a resourceful protagonist as he navigates the shifting alliances and comic mishaps of eighteenth century society, where each encounter-be it with thieves, courtiers, or philosophers-tests his cunning and humanity. Through its satirical fiction and sparkling humour, the narrative exposes the foibles of both the powerful and the powerless, inviting readers to question the nature of fate, ambition, and identity.

Renowned among European classics and a cornerstone of translated French literature, this work offers more than escapades and laughter; it is a window into the ambitions, hypocrisies, and aspirations of its age. The Spanish adventure story unfolds with a keen sense of irony, blending farce and insight in equal measure. Its rogue protagonist, by turns charming and fallible, embodies the restless spirit of an era when fortune could be made or lost in a single day. For those drawn to literary satire and the pleasures of a well-spun tale, this is a humorous novel that rewards both the casual reader and the discerning collector.

This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure.