In 1554, a short novel became popular in Spain. Known as "Lazarillo de Tormes, " Lazarillo is the protagonist. This poor boy cleverly lives by his wits and outsmarts a long string of apprentices or "masters", who represent offices in Spanish society: Lazarillo represents the lowest stratus of Spanish society but cleverly survives despite the corruption that he must overcome.
In 1554, a short novel became popular in Spain. Known as "Lazarillo de Tormes, " Lazarillo is the protagonist. This poor boy cleverly lives by his wits and outsmarts a long string of apprentices or "masters", who represent offices in Spanish society: Lazarillo represents the lowest stratus of Spanish society but cleverly survives despite the corruption that he must overcome.