Pablo de Segovia, the Spanish Sharper
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Authors:
- Pennell, Joseph
1857 - 1926
- Quevedo, Francisco de
1580 - 1645
- Vierge, Daniel
1851 - 1904
- Watts, Henry Edward
1826 - 1904
About this book
In an era marked by social upheaval and shifting power dynamics, "Pablo de Segovia, the Spanish Sharper" by Francisco de Quevedo emerges as a vivid exploration of cunning and survival. This picaresque novel introduces readers to Don Pablo, a master of deception who maneuvers through a landscape filled with thieves and charlatans. With sharp wit and a keen understanding of human nature, he embodies the struggle for agency in a world that often denies it. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians alike, this work delves into themes of morality and identity, offering a rich tapestry of early 17th-century Spanish life. Discover the intricacies of a society where every encounter is a game of chance and survival.
