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Alain René Le Sage
1668-1747
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Asmodeus; or, The Devil on Two Sticks
"Asmodeus; or, The Devil on Two Sticks" by Alain René Le Sage is a novel first published in 1707. When a young Spanish aristocrat frees the demon Asmodeus from imprisonment in a bottle, the grateful devil repays him with supernatural assistance. Together they embark on pranks and adventures through Madrid, with Asmodeus granting his rescuer the power of flight and the ability to see through rooftops into people's private lives. The novel features thinly-veiled portraits of Parisian celebrities that caused immediate scandal and recognition.
The Adventures of Gil Blas of Santillane, Volume 1 (of 3)
"The Adventures of Gil Blas of Santillane, Volume 1 (of 3)" by Alain René Le Sage is a picaresque novel published between 1715 and 1735. Born to humble servants in Santillana, young Gil Blas sets off for university only to find himself derailed by robbers and forced into servitude. As a valet, he navigates through every level of society—from criminals to courtiers—using his sharp wit and adaptability to survive in a world of scoundrels, charlatans, and rogues.
The Adventures of Gil Blas of Santillane, Volume 3 (of 3)
"The Adventures of Gil Blas of Santillane, Volume 3 (of 3)" by Alain René Le Sage is a picaresque novel published between 1715 and 1735. Born to humble servants in Spain, young Gil Blas sets out for university but finds himself entangled with robbers and forced into servitude. Through wit and adaptability, he navigates every level of society—from criminals to clergy—observing human nature's follies and vices. His journey takes him from desperate circumstances to the king's court itself, where ambition and fortune await.
The Adventures of Gil Blas of Santillane, Volume 2 (of 3)
"The Adventures of Gil Blas of Santillane, Volume 2 (of 3)" by Alain René Le Sage is a picaresque novel published between 1715 and 1735. Born into poverty, young Gil Blas embarks on a journey to university that takes an unexpected turn when robbers force him into their schemes. As a valet, he navigates through multiple layers of society, encountering thieves, questionable women, pompous poets, and dangerous doctors. Through wit and adaptability, Gil climbs from servant to royal favorite, observing humanity's follies at every level.
Historia de Gil Blas de Santillana: Novela (Vol 3 de 3)
"Historia de Gil Blas de Santillana: Novela (Vol 3 de 3)" by Alain René Le Sage is a picaresque novel published between 1715 and 1735. Born into poverty, Gil Blas sets out for university but is diverted into a life of adventure. As a valet, he encounters rogues, clergy, and nobility across all levels of society. Through adaptability and wit, he navigates moral complexities and social hierarchies, ultimately rising to serve at the royal court before retiring to enjoy his fortune.
Historia de Gil Blas de Santillana: Novela (Vol 2 de 3)
"Historia de Gil Blas de Santillana: Novela (Vol 2 de 3)" by Alain René Le Sage is a picaresque novel published between 1715 and 1735. Born into poverty, Gil Blas sets out for university but is forced into service with robbers. As a valet, he navigates society's layers—from criminals to clergy—using wit and adaptability. His journey takes him through disreputable company and eventually to the royal court, where intelligence and perseverance shape his fortunes in this popular tale of social observation.
Historia de Gil Blas de Santillana: Novela (Vol 1 de 3)
"Historia de Gil Blas de Santillana: Novela (Vol 1 de 3)" by Alain René Le Sage is a picaresque novel published between 1715 and 1735. Born into poverty, Gil Blas leaves home at seventeen for university but soon finds himself forced to help robbers. Working as a valet, he navigates different social classes through wit and adaptability, encountering thieves, questionable women, false scholars, and dangerous doctors. His journey takes him from misfortune to the royal court, where cunning and intelligence become his greatest assets.
Le diable boiteux, tome II
"Le diable boiteux, tome II" by Alain René Le Sage is a novel first published in 1707. When a young Spanish aristocrat frees the demon Asmodeus from a bottle, the grateful devil grants him extraordinary powers—including the ability to fly and see through rooftops into Madrid's homes. Together, they embark on mischievous adventures that expose the secret lives of society's elite. The novel scandalized readers by depicting thinly-veiled portraits of Parisian celebrities, sparking instant recognition and controversy that made it wildly popular in its time.
Le diable boiteux, tome I
"Le diable boiteux, tome I" by Alain René Le Sage is a novel published in 1707. A student escapes a romantic trap and finds refuge in a magician's attic, where he frees a demon named Asmodée from captivity. The grateful demon repays him by taking him across Madrid's rooftops on an October night, revealing the hidden secrets and scandals unfolding inside every household below. Through rapid portraits and adventures, the work offers a satirical glimpse into human nature, hypocrisy, and the private vices concealed behind closed doors.
De Zonderlinge Lotgevallen van Gil Blas van Santillano, deel 1 van 2 De Spaansche Avonturier
"De Zonderlinge Lotgevallen van Gil Blas van Santillano, deel 1 van 2" by Alain-René Lesage is a picaresque novel published between 1715 and 1735. Born to humble parents in Spain, young Gil Blas sets out for university but finds himself drawn into a world of robbers, rogues, and questionable characters. Working as a valet, he navigates through different social classes with quick wit and adaptability, moving from disreputable company toward the royal court itself, where fortune and position await.
La Tontine
"La Tontine" by Alain René Le Sage is a one-act play written in the early 18th century. This comic work touches on themes of deception and the often-humorous relationships between doctors and patients, as well as the absurdities of financial schemes like tontines, where the last surviving beneficiary collects the entire payout. The play explores the lengths to which people will go to secure their financial interests and the often comical consequences of such schemes. The storyline revolves around Dr. Peacock, who concocts a devious plan to profit from a tontine by taking out an insurance policy on the life of a robust peasant named Dudley. In a parallel plot, Peacock aims to marry his daughter, Harriet, to Flem, a rather undesirable pharmacist. As the characters navigate this web of absurdities, the peasant finds himself subjected to the doctor's relentless and questionable medical treatments, while Dudley, unaware of the nefarious plot, fears for his life. This humorous interplay of mistaken intentions and societal norms ultimately leads to a series of misunderstandings and a resolution where the characters find themselves entwined in unexpected romantic and financial entanglements. Through witty dialogues and farcical situations, Le Sage critiques the intersection of medicine and commerce in society.
Gil Blas: Santillanalaisen elämänvaiheet
"Gil Blas: Santillanalaisen elämänvaiheet" by Alain René Le Sage is a picaresque novel published between 1715 and 1735. Born into poverty in Spain, young Gil Blas sets out for university but quickly finds himself entangled with robbers and thrust into servitude. As a valet, he navigates the worlds of rogues, nobles, clergy, and eventually the royal court itself. Through quick wit and adaptability, Gil observes every level of society—from the disreputable to the distinguished—on his journey toward fortune and respectability.
De Zonderlinge Lotgevallen van Gil Blas van Santillano, deel 2 van 2 De Spaansche Avonturier
"De Zonderlinge Lotgevallen van Gil Blas van Santillano, deel 2 van 2" by Alain-René Lesage is a picaresque novel published between 1715 and 1735. Born to humble parents, Gil Blas begins his journey to university but quickly falls into misfortune when forced to assist robbers. As a valet, he navigates different social classes through wit and adaptability, encountering thieves, questionable women, foolish poets, and dangerous doctors. Through intelligence and perseverance, he rises from servant to royal favorite, ultimately securing an honest fortune.