The first picaresque novel, and one of the gems of Spanish literature. A brief, simply told tale of a rogue's adventures and misadventures — full of laconic cynicism and spiced with puns and wordplay. Introduction, Notes, and new English translation by Stanley Appelbaum.
Here's a sample of other books in this Dover category
Spanish Stories: A Dual-Language Book by Angel Flores Unique format offers 13 great stories in Spanish — from classics by Cervantes and Alarcon to contemporary works by Borges and Goytisolo. Complete faithful English translations on facing pages.
Nine Centuries of Spanish Literature (Dual-Language) by Seymour Resnick, Jeanne Pasmantier A rich sampling of Spanish poetry, prose, and drama. Over 70 selections by 40 writers appear in the original Spanish text with an English translation on the facing page.
Selections from Don Quixote: A Dual-Language Book by Miguel de Cervantes [Saavedra] How Don Quixote was knighted, his valiant battle with the windmills, and much more. English translations on facing pages of original Spanish text capture the flavor and romance of this literary masterpiece.
Three Exemplary Novels/Tres novelas ejemplares: A Dual-Language Book by Miguel de Cervantes [Saavedra], Stanley Appelbaum, Stanley Appelbaum A trio of novellas: "La gitanilla," a gypsy romance; "El coloquio de los perros," a dialogue between two dogs; and "Rinconete y Cortadillo," a day in the underworld of 18th-century Seville.
Torquemada at the Stake / Torquemada en la hoguera: A Dual-Language Book by Benito Perez Galdos, Stanley Appelbaum, Stanley Appelbaum This 1889 novella by a master of European realism recounts an avaricious moneylender's attempts to restore his son's failing health through acts of charity. Dual-language edition.
A Second Spanish Reader: A Dual-Language Book by Stanley Appelbaum Geared toward advanced beginners, these highlights from poetry, plays, and stories by noted Spanish-language writers include works by Gabriela Mistral, Pedro Calderón de la Barca, and Lope de Vega.
First Spanish Reader : A Beginner's Dual-Language Book by Angel Flores Delightful stories, other material based on works of Don Juan Manuel, Luis Taboada, Ricardo Palma, other noted writers. Complete faithful English translations on facing pages. Exercises.
