Don Quixote

Name: Don Quixote
Brand: Vintage Publishing
SKU: 9780099469698
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By Miguel De Cervantes

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Don Quixote by Miguel De Cervantes is a classic tale of a man named Alonso Quixano who, inspired by chivalric romances, assumes the title of Don Quixote and sets off on a quest as a self-styled knight. Accompanied by his loyal squire, Sancho Panza, Don Quixote embarks on a series of humorous and often misguided adventures, encountering various characters and situations which reveal both the folly and nobility of his idealistic pursuits. The story explores themes of reality versus illusion and has a rich blend of comedy and insightful social commentary.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate classic tales of adventure and satire that explore the blurred lines between reality and illusion. It follows the misadventures of an idealistic nobleman who embarks on a quest to revive chivalry, accompanied by his loyal squire. With its rich humour and insightful commentary on society, it's a timeless piece for those who love a blend of comedy and deep philosophical undertones.

Don Quixote

Widely regarded as the world's first modern novel, and one of the funniest and most tragic books ever written, Don Quixote chronicles the famous picaresque adventures of the noble knight-errant Don Quixote de La Mancha and his faithful squire, Sancho Panza, as they travel through sixteenth-century Spain.

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Widely regarded as the world's first modern novel, and one of the funniest and most tragic books ever written, Don Quixote chronicles the famous picaresque adventures of the noble knight-errant Don Quixote de La Mancha and his faithful squire, Sancho Panza, as they travel through sixteenth-century Spain.

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Considered the first modern novel, Don Quixote by Cervantes is praised for its timeless and universal appeal, influencing both European and American fiction. Reviewers admire its creative genius and humanistic qualities that soar above its era. The translation by the Guardian is noted for its energy, clarity, and compelling rhythm, while the Observer describes it as the definitive translation. Cervantes' influence is deemed foundational for the modern era, with Don Quixote being an unforgettable and vivid character in literary memory.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780099469698

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 January 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage Classics

Contributors:

Translated by Edith Grossman
Translated by Edith Grossman

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 43.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 775g

Pages: 992

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About the Author

Miguel de Cervantes was born on September 29, 1547, in Alcala de Henares, Spain. At twenty-three he enlisted in the Spanish militia and in 1571 fought against the Turks in the battle of Lepanto, where a gunshot wound permanently crippled his left hand. He spent four more years at sea and then another five as a slave after being captured by Barbary pirates. Ransomed by his family, he returned to Madrid but his disability hampered him; it was in debtor's prison that he began to write Don Quixote. Cervantes wrote many other works, including poems and plays, but he remains best known as the author of Don Quixote. He died on April 23, 1616. Edith Grossman is the award-winning translator of major works by many of Latin America's most important writers. Born in Philadelphia, she attended the University of Pennsylvania and the University of California at Berkeley before receiving her PhD from New York University. She lives in New York City.