Lizardi, Jose Joaquin Fernandez de
The Mangy Parrot
- ISBN 13:
- 9780872207356
- author:
- Lizardi, Jose Joaquin Fernandez de
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 592
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Mangy Parrot by José Joaquín Fernández de Lizardi and David L. Frye is a vibrant retelling of a Mexican masterpiece, first published in Latin America in 1816. Translator David Frye brings the exuberance of Lizardi's tale-telling to life, capturing the spirit of this comic novel as it follows its narrator through a series of misadventures that expose the ignorance and corruption plaguing Mexican society on the eve of independence. Raw descriptions of colonial street life and candid portraits of race and ethnicity fill this engaging story. The Mangy Parrot is a raw and unflinching portrayal of colonial authority, making it a fascinating read for those interested in historical fiction and Latin American literature. Originally published after Lizardi's death and a decade after Mexico won its independence from Spain, this novel has become beloved by generations of Latin American readers. Now available in English, The Mangy Parrot offers a unique insight into the country's history and culture.
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