Muddled Origins in Picaresque Literature: The Foreshadowing of Chaotic Lives

Picaresque literature is known for several specific traits: 1) firstperson narration and the protagonist’s struggle for survival and a better life; 2) the chaotic childhood, outsiderdom, and low social class of the main character; 3) frequent role changes or disguises; and 4) an inconclusive ending....

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Main Authors: Terri Schroth, Bryant Smith
Format: Article
Language:deu
Published: University of Tartu Press 2014-12-01
Series:Interlitteraria
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Online Access:https://ojs.utlib.ee/index.php/IL/article/view/11900