El Conde Lucanor by Don Juan Manuel
Two things combine to single out this book of tales as worthy of special attention. The tales were written six centuries ago, yet they are both interesting and instructive; and the life of the author reads like a fable.This man of royal blood was statesman, politician, and above all, warrior. He is, in fact, known as one of the most vigorous, turbulent, and dangerous barons of his time. Only during lulls between his great activities did he become author. He made writing his diversion, according to his own words, because he felt this to be more worthy of a gentleman than wasting his time at games.Yet, in these fifty pleasant stories, Don Juan Manuel has produced one of the highlights in Spanish literature, both as to content and as to style. This edition is intended to bring Don Juan into the libraries of those who enjoy the unusual when it is also good.| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9788437600789 |
| ISBN 10 | 8437600782 |
| Title | El Conde Lucanor |
| Author | Don Juan Manuel |
| Series | Letras Hispanicas |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Ediciones Catedra S.A. |
| Year published | 2000-02-01 |
| Number of pages | 340 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |