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Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de
1547
1616
Cervantes, Miguel de
Saavedra, Miguel de Cervantes
De Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel
Cervantes, Michel
Saavedra, Miguel Cervantes
Fitzmaurice-Kelly, James
1858
1923
Fitzmaurice-Kelly, Jaime
Oelsner, Herman
1871
Oelsner, H. (Herman)
Oelsner, Hermann
Welford, A. B.
Galatea
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"Galatea" by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra is a pastoral novel written in the late 16th century. The story is centered around the themes of unrequited love and romantic ideals, focusing on the character Elicio and his affection for Galatea. This early work by Cervantes reflects his experimentation with literary forms, particularly in the context of the popular pastoral genre of the time. The opening of "Galatea" serves as an introduction to the characters and the setting of this pastoral tale. It presents Elicio, a shepherd hopelessly in love with Galatea, whose beauty and grace captivate him. The narrative also hints at a complex web of romantic relationships among the shepherds and nymphs, establishing a tone that blends lyrical poetry with melodramatic elements typical of pastoral literature. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for exploring themes of love and longing against a backdrop of idyllic pastoral life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Spanish fiction -- Translations into English
Spanish poetry -- Translations into English
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