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&&LDIV&&R&&LDIV&&R&&LI&&RDon Quixote&&L/I&&R, by &&LB&&RMiguel de Cervantes&&L/B&&R, is part of the &&LI&&RBarnes & Noble Classics&&L/I&&R&&LI&&R &&L/I&&Rseries, which offers quality editions at affordable prices to the student and the general reader, including new scholarship, thoughtful design, and pages of carefully crafted extras. Here are some of the remarkable features of &&LI&&RBarnes & Noble Classics&&L/I&&R: &&LDIV&&RNew introductions commissioned from todays top writers and scholars Biographies of the authors Chronologies of contemporary historical, biographical, and cultural events Footnotes and endnotes Selective discussions of imitations, parodies, poems, books, plays, paintings, operas, statuary, and films inspired by the work Comments by other famous authors Study questions to challenge the readers viewpoints and expectations Bibliographies for further reading Indices & Glossaries, when appropriateAll editions are beautifully designed and are printed to superior specifications; some include illustrations of historical interest. &&LI&&RBarnes & Noble Classics &&L/I&&Rpulls together a constellation of influences--biographical, historical, and literary--to enrich each readers understanding of these enduring works.&&L/DIV&&R&&L/DIV&&R&&LP style=MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt&&R &&L/P&&R&&LP style=MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt&&RWidely acknowledged as the first modern novel, &&LB&&RMiguel de Cervantes&&L/B&&R's &&LI&&RDon Quixote&&L/I&&R features two of the most famous characters ever created: Don Quixote, the tall, bewildered, and half-crazy knight, and Sancho Panza, his rotund and incorrigibly loyal squire. The comic and unforgettable dynamic between these two legendary figures has served as the blueprint for countless novels written since Cervantes's time.&&LBR&&R&&LBR&&RAn immediate success when first published in 1604, &&LI&&RDon Quixote&&L/I&&R tells the story of a middle-aged Spanish gentleman who, obsessed with the chivalrous ideals found in romantic books, decides to take up his lance and sword to defend the helpless and destroy the wicked. Seated upon his lean nag of a horse, and accompanied by the pragmatic Sancho Panza, Don Quixote rides the roads of Spain seeking glory and grand adventure. Along the way the duo meet a dazzling assortment of characters whose diverse beliefs and perspectives reveal how reality and imagination are frequently indistinguishable.&&LBR&&R&&LBR&&RProfound, powerful, and hilarious, &&LI&&RDon Quixote&&L/I&&R continues to capture the imaginations of audiences all over the world. &&LBR&&R&&LBR&&RFeatures illustrations by Gustave Dor?.&&L/P&&R&&LP&&R&&LB&&RCarole Slade &&L/B&&Rspecializes in late medieval and early modern European literature.Her publications include &&LI&&RSt. Teresa of Avila: Author of a Heroic Life&&L/I&&R and &&LI&&RApproaches to Teaching Dante's "Divine Comedy".&&L/I&&R She teaches Comparative Literature at Columbia University.&&L/P&&R&&L/DIV&&R
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1593080468
ISBN13:9781593080464
Release Date:April 2004
Publisher:Barnes & Noble Classics
Length:902 Pages
Weight:1.70 lbs.
Dimensions:1.9" x 5.3" x 8.0"
Customer Reviews
6 ratings
Don Quijote
Published by CHRIS H , 2 months ago
. Wrong version wrong series wrong year issued.. this isn't even the picture of the book I clicked on. Need refund immediately please.
Get this abridged version
Published by Diana , 5 months ago
A few years back, I read an unabridged version of part one. Keep in mind, this book was written between 400 and 500 years ago. This version is so much better. There are explainer notes at the bottom of some of the pages; to give better meaning to sayings, and to explain customs of the time. It brings more understanding to the story. I laughed out loud. This book is funny.
Abridged
Published by Natalie , 11 months ago
Maybe it is my fault for not fully investigating before purchasing, but this is an abridged version of Don Quixote. I honestly don't even understand why abridged versions exist and why they're not more clearly labeled. If someone went through and edited a masterwork, it's no longer by Cervantes; it's by the editor. Will have to buy a different copy.
Top Notch Book Condition
Published by loloj0nes1 , 2 years ago
Had to read some of the book for my English class and was one of the more entertaining ones. The font was super small and there were a ton of pages though!
The Great Cervantes And The Great Don Quijote!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 8 years ago
El Ingenioso Hidalgo Don Quijote De La Mancha =The Greatest Piece Of Literature Ever Written !!End Of Discussion!!
Don Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra=The Greatest Writer Who Ever Lived !!End Of Discussion!!
Professor Alphonse A. Dattolo
Smollett translation
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
I have looked at a number of translations of Don Quixote. I don't know why this tranlation is often passed over. It is my favorite by far and I think it stands on its own as a masterpiece. I can't imagine the original language surpassing it.
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