'Life of Lazarillo de Tormes (Markham translation)' Summary

Lazarillo de Tormes, a young orphan, is forced to fend for himself on the streets of 16th-century Spain. He serves a succession of masters, each more corrupt and wicked than the last. Through his experiences, Lazarillo learns the harsh realities of life and the importance of cunning and self-reliance. Despite the hardships he faces, Lazarillo retains his sense of humor and wit, providing a wry commentary on the social injustices and hypocrisy of his time.