Publisher's Synopsis
Asmodeus Or The Devil Upon Two Sticks is a novel written by Alain Rene Le Sage in 1881. The story is preceded by dialogues, both serious and comic, between two chimneys located in Madrid, Spain. The main character of the novel is Asmodeus, a devil who is able to fly and possesses the power to see through walls. Asmodeus takes the protagonist, Don Cleofas, on a journey through Madrid, showing him the secrets and vices of its inhabitants. The novel is a satirical commentary on Spanish society, culture, and politics of the time. It is a witty and entertaining read for those interested in classic literature and social commentary.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
