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Guerra de Granada: Hecha por el rey D. Felipe II, contra los Moriscos de aquel reino, sus rebeldes; Seguida de la vida del Lazarillo de Tormes, sus fortunas y adversidades

By Diego Hurtado de Mendoza
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The volume opens with a compact military history that narrates campaigns against a rebellious population in a southern kingdom, documenting causes, engagements, logistical details, and political repercussions in terse, observant prose. It is followed by a picaresque first-person life narrated by a resourceful young protagonist who recounts service to various masters, daily hardships, moral compromises, and survival strategies. Together the pieces juxtapose public conflict and private ingenuity, using precise description and ironic distance to examine social structures, authority, and human adaptability.

About the Author

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Diego Hurtado de Mendoza

Diego Hurtado de Mendoza was a Spanish author and historian known for his work during the late 16th century. He is particularly recognized for his book "Guerra de Granada," which details the conflict led by King Philip II against the Moriscos in Granada. This work not only provides a historical account of the events but also includes a narrative of the life of Lazarillo de Tormes, a significant figure in Spanish literature. Mendoza's writings reflect the complexities of Spanish society during a tumultuous period, contributing to the understanding of cultural and social dynamics in early modern Spain.

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