The Life Of Lazarillo De Tormes : Kessinger Publishing : 9781163081808 : 1163081809 : 10 Sep 2010 : The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes: His Fortunes and Adversities is a classic Spanish novel written by an unknown author in the 16th century. The book is a picaresque novel, which means that it follows the adventures of a rogue or a rascal. In this case, the protagonist is Lazarillo, a poor boy who grows up in poverty and becomes a servant to a series of masters.The novel is written in the form of a first-person narrative, with Lazarillo telling his own story. He recounts his experiences with his various masters, who range from a blind beggar to a nobleman. Lazarillo is a clever and resourceful character, who uses his wits to survive in a harsh world.The novel is also a social commentary on the class system in Spain at the time. Lazarillo's experiences highlight the injustices and inequalities that existed in Spanish society, particularly for those who were born into poverty.The Life of Laz