SOLD: Don Quixote - Cervantes - Translated and edited by Samuel Putnam - Printed by International Collectors Library
HERE WE HAVE Cervante's Don Quixote, in a volume published in 1951. From a paper insert found within this book:
"Almost certainly the most important literary work ever to come out of Spain, *Don Quixote* combines adventure, satire and courtly romance in a narrative of sustained power and splendor. It's Creator, Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, interrupted a budding literary career to become a soldier in the service of Imperial Spain. Wounded and crippled at the battle of Lepanto in 1571, Carvantes returned home, where his skill and reputation as a dramatist and novelist flourished. However, his masterpiece, *Don Quixote*, was a product of his late maturity. Part I of this great novel was first published in 1605, and it's popularity encouraged Cervantes to complete a second section. Part Two was published in 1615, barely a year before Cervantes death.
Don Quixote is a complex character. He is a somewhat mad knight-errant, an idealistic reformer and hero in the old chivalric tradition -- but at a time when chivalry is long dead. His squire, Sancho Panza, although loyal to the end, is a realist and an opportunist. Together the two men represent virtually every shade of the human personality, from romantic idealism to cynical pragmatism."
F yeah. I've read this before, and it really is a masterpiece. The humor of this book is only grazed over by most reviewers, though; this book is in some ways the first total slap stick comedy ever. Don Quixote, by Cervantes, published by International Collectors Library. This book is in great condition, no scratches or tears, and barely any aging at all, except the binding is a little messed up at the top of the book, as seen in the second item photo. Originally written in the early 1600s, this edition was printed in 1951, translated and edited by Samuel Putnam. Approximately 8.5" by 5.75" by 1.5", 555 pages long.
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