Desde su publicacion en 1960 la critica ha visto esta obra como un clasico de la nueva narrativa hispanoamericana. La tregua ha sido planeada en forma de diario intimo de un oficinista a punto de jubilarse. El autor traza una cronica de la frustracion de la vida cotidiana de la clase media uruguaya.

A delightful story of a special dog and the magical place he calls home. Follow Hadrian the Dog of Pompeii amid famous ruins and friendly tourists, and experience the adventure that changed his life. Discover more about Pompeii in the historical sections of the book and the location map. Suitable for all children with a love of animals, and for parents and educators seeking an entertaining way to introduce the subjects of travel, history, archeology, and geography. The Italian text followed by the English translation on every page make the book a fun tool for language students and teachers as well. Fully illustrated. Large print. Ages: 3+

Esta edicion aporta el texto mas depurado posible y proporciona en introduccion, notas, ilustraciones e indices, cuantos elementos linguisticos e historico-culturales requiere la lectura de la que es la ultima novela picaresca del Siglo de Oro.