gente cursi: novela de costumbres ridículas

Gente cursi: novela de costumbres ridículas is a satirical novel by Ramón Ortega y Frías, published in the 19th century. It critiques Spanish society, particularly the middle class's obsession with appearances over genuine education and culture. The work highlights the absurdities of social aspirations and the ridiculousness of pretentiousness in that era. The book serves as a reflection of the cultural dynamics of its time.