"The fenced bull... Educational pictures from the life of a bachelor" is a collection of short stories by the famous Spanish writer Jose Maria de Pereda. Every story that happens in the life of the main character - a bachelor - is a vivid reflection of the lifestyle and mentality of that time. The author successfully combines deep psychologism with humor and irony, making the reader a traveler in the world of opposites, fun and thoughtful philosophy. "El buey svelto" is a book that impresses with its commitment to life and deep subtext, which leaves behind many questions and reflections.