A novel that recounts the adventures of a likeable rogue is

A novel that recounts the adventures of a likeable rogue is called a picaresque novel. Picaresque novels are characterized by a rogue or an anti-hero as the central character, who embarks on a journey and encounters various social classes and situations, often using their wit and cunning to overcome challenges. The narrative style is episodic and tends to have a humorous tone. Examples of picaresque novels include "Don Quixote" by Miguel de Cervantes and "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain.