Two Spanish Picaresque Novels: Lazarillo de Tormes and The Swindler

This hardcover edition shows signs of wear typical of ex-library books, including stickers and markings from the Denver Public Library. The cover is intact but displays some scuffing and edge wear. The binding remains solid, with all pages securely attached. There is no dust jacket, and the text pages are free from inscriptions or annotations.

"Two Spanish Picaresque Novels: Lazarillo de Tormes and The Swindler," published by Penguin Books in 1969, offers a classic exploration of Spanish literature. This edition includes translations by Michael Alpert, bringing to life the adventures of Lazarillo and the cunning escapades of Quevedo's Swindler. Published in Harmondsworth, Middlesex, England, this edition is part of the esteemed Penguin Classics series, known for its authoritative translations and scholarly introductions. The book is an ex-library copy, featuring library markings and wear, typical of its history in public collections. The picaresque genre's influence on literature is immense, making this a valuable addition for collectors and enthusiasts of classic fiction.