Lázaro: Casi Novela

''Lázaro: Casi Novela'' is a novel by Jacinto Octavio Picón, first published in 1882, that explores themes of social class and ambition in 19th-century Spain. The story follows Lázaro, a young man sent from his rural home to live with his uncle, a bishop, in Madrid. As he navigates his new life, Lázaro faces internal conflicts between his idealistic aspirations and the harsh realities of a hypocritical society. This work is notable for its critical examination of ecclesiastical authority and moral dilemmas.