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Title: The History of Don Quixote, Volume 2, Part 24
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Quixote
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The History of Don Quixote, Volume 2, Part 24" by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra is a classic novel written during the early 17th century. This part of the larger work explores themes of love and honor, showcasing the intertwining of mischief and devotion through the characters' dramatic interactions. The narrative combines elements of adventure and romance within the picaresque tradition, characteristic of the period. In this chapter, the wedding festivities of Camacho and Quiteria unfold amidst unexpected turmoil. The story takes a turn when Basilio, a poor but passionate suitor of Quiteria, seemingly attempts to take his own life to prevent her from marrying Camacho. In a dramatic twist, their ruse reveals a clever trick that results in a surprising act of deception rather than tragedy. The characters engage in a heated conflict stemming from love's complexities, leading to an eventual truce enriched by Don Quixote's intervention, which emphasizes themes of loyalty and the often chaotic nature of romance. The chapter concludes with a reflection on class disparities, as the noble character of Basilio allies with Don Quixote, contrasting with the wealth of Camacho, which shapes their fates and relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 52.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de, 1547-1616
Illustrator: Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883
Translator: Ormsby, John, 1829-1895
EBook No.: 5927
Published: Jul 22, 2004
Downloads: 115
Language: English
Subject: Spain -- Social life and customs -- 16th century -- Fiction
Subject: Knights and knighthood -- Spain -- Fiction
Subject: Picaresque literature
Subject: Romances
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The History of Don Quixote, Volume 2, Part 24
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Quixote
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The History of Don Quixote, Volume 2, Part 24" by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra is a classic novel written during the early 17th century. This part of the larger work explores themes of love and honor, showcasing the intertwining of mischief and devotion through the characters' dramatic interactions. The narrative combines elements of adventure and romance within the picaresque tradition, characteristic of the period. In this chapter, the wedding festivities of Camacho and Quiteria unfold amidst unexpected turmoil. The story takes a turn when Basilio, a poor but passionate suitor of Quiteria, seemingly attempts to take his own life to prevent her from marrying Camacho. In a dramatic twist, their ruse reveals a clever trick that results in a surprising act of deception rather than tragedy. The characters engage in a heated conflict stemming from love's complexities, leading to an eventual truce enriched by Don Quixote's intervention, which emphasizes themes of loyalty and the often chaotic nature of romance. The chapter concludes with a reflection on class disparities, as the noble character of Basilio allies with Don Quixote, contrasting with the wealth of Camacho, which shapes their fates and relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 52.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de, 1547-1616
Illustrator: Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883
Translator: Ormsby, John, 1829-1895
EBook No.: 5927
Published: Jul 22, 2004
Downloads: 115
Language: English
Subject: Spain -- Social life and customs -- 16th century -- Fiction
Subject: Knights and knighthood -- Spain -- Fiction
Subject: Picaresque literature
Subject: Romances
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.