| Author |
Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de, 1547-1616 |
| Illustrator |
Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883 |
| Translator |
Ormsby, John, 1829-1895 |
| Title |
The History of Don Quixote, Volume 2, Part 30
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Quixote
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"The History of Don Quixote, Volume 2, Part 30" by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra is a classic novel written in the early 17th century during the Spanish Golden Age. This iconic work follows the misadventures of its delusional protagonist, Don Quixote, who sets out on a quest to revive chivalry and right wrongs, accompanied by his pragmatic squire, Sancho Panza. The book explores themes of reality versus illusion, the nature of honor, and the quest for identity through its comedic and often poignant storytelling. In this particular section, we witness a comical turn of events involving Sancho Panza as he prepares for his role as a governor, following a series of ludicrous and enchanting adventures. The Duke and Duchess, amused by Don Quixote and Sancho's antics, orchestrate a whimsical plan, leading Sancho to think he will govern an island. Through a mix of humor and sincerity, Don Quixote imparts advice to Sancho about governance, social decorum, and integrity. The narrative highlights both Sancho's simplicity and the depth of Don Quixote's nobility, presenting a rich tapestry of character dynamics that challenge societal norms while remaining engaging and entertaining. This part of the book is an excellent representation of Cervantes' wit and insight into human behavior, ensuring it remains a timeless piece of literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Spain -- Social life and customs -- 16th century -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Knights and knighthood -- Spain -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Picaresque literature
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| Subject |
Romances
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5933 |
| Release Date |
Jul 24, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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