Author: Quevedo, Francisco de
Synopsis:
In "Pablo de Segovia, the Spanish Sharper," we follow the misadventures of the cunning and audacious protagonist, Pablo de Segovia. Born into a humble family, Pablo possesses an extraordinary wit and an insatiable desire for wealth and social status. Through a series of clever schemes and manipulations, he navigates the treacherous world of 17th-century Spain, encountering a colorful cast of characters along the way. From his encounters with corrupt officials and conniving merchants to his involvement in political intrigues and romantic entanglements, Pablo's journey is filled with unexpected twists and turns. As he strives to outsmart his adversaries and rise in society, the reader is taken on a thrilling and humorous ride through the underbelly of Spanish society.
Genres: Satire, Picaresque novel, Adventure
Themes: Social climbing, Deception, Corruption, Morality
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