El Diablo Cojuelo

''El Diablo Cojuelo'' is a satirical novel by Luis Vélez de Guevara, first published in 1641. The story follows Don Cleofás Leandro Pérez Zambullo, a student who inadvertently releases the mischievous devil, Diablo Cojuelo, from a magical flask. In gratitude, the devil transports him across Madrid and beyond, revealing the absurdities of society and human nature through their humorous escapades. This work is notable for its unique blend of comedy and social commentary, influencing later literature, including Alain-René Lesage's adaptation in 1707.