This fascinating book explores the development of the picaresque novel in Spain, a genre that celebrates the adventures of rogues, vagabonds, and other outsiders. Through a detailed analysis of key works, the author sheds light on the cultural and social context in which these novels were written, making this an essential resource for anyone interested in Spanish literature and culture. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.