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Beschreibung
The Discreet Man (El Discreto) is one of the most brilliant works of the Spanish Golden Age, first published in 1646 and now presented in an exclusive 2025 English translation. Baltasar Gracián's masterpiece is a portrait of the ideal gentleman, a man defined by refinement, discernment, and cultivated presence. His vision transcends time, offering a philosophy of life where elegance and intelligence are inseparable.

This edition invites the reader into a world where discretion becomes power, subtlety becomes influence, and style becomes the ultimate expression of mastery. Gracián reveals the rare qualities of those who live not loudly, but artfully, balancing charm with restraint and ambition with grace.

Printed in a translation designed to honor both the original text and the sensibilities of today, The Discreet Man is more than a book. It is a testament to sophistication, a guide for those who understand that true distinction lies in what is understated yet unforgettable.

Perfect for the modern collector and the connoisseur of ideas, this volume is an essential addition to any library that values beauty, rarity, and timeless wisdom.
The Discreet Man (El Discreto) is one of the most brilliant works of the Spanish Golden Age, first published in 1646 and now presented in an exclusive 2025 English translation. Baltasar Gracián's masterpiece is a portrait of the ideal gentleman, a man defined by refinement, discernment, and cultivated presence. His vision transcends time, offering a philosophy of life where elegance and intelligence are inseparable.

This edition invites the reader into a world where discretion becomes power, subtlety becomes influence, and style becomes the ultimate expression of mastery. Gracián reveals the rare qualities of those who live not loudly, but artfully, balancing charm with restraint and ambition with grace.

Printed in a translation designed to honor both the original text and the sensibilities of today, The Discreet Man is more than a book. It is a testament to sophistication, a guide for those who understand that true distinction lies in what is understated yet unforgettable.

Perfect for the modern collector and the connoisseur of ideas, this volume is an essential addition to any library that values beauty, rarity, and timeless wisdom.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2025
Fachbereich: Allgemeines
Genre: Importe, Philosophie
Jahrhundert: Antike
Rubrik: Geisteswissenschaften
Thema: Lexika
Medium: Taschenbuch
ISBN-13: 9781326034269
ISBN-10: 132603426X
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Gracián, Baltasar
Hersteller: Lulu.com
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 229 x 152 x 8 mm
Von/Mit: Baltasar Gracián
Erscheinungsdatum: 27.10.2025
Gewicht: 0,198 kg
Artikel-ID: 134223238