It has been read and enjoyed by men of the most diverse tastes and conditions. It has been published in numberless editions. It has been translated into every language of Europe, even Turkish and Slavonic. Among the great books of the world it holds a permanent place.
It was published in two parts, the first in 1605 and the second in 1615-now just about three hundred years ago. (adapted from James Baldwin's introductory note to the book) (summery by Basquetteur)įor further information, including links to online text, reader information, RSS feeds, CD cover or other formats (if available), please go to the LibriVox catalog page for this recording.įor more free audio books or to become a volunteer reader, visit romance entitled "The Achievements of the Ingenious Gentleman, Don Quixote de la Mancha," was originally written in Spanish by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra. This book is dedicated to the children who read, with the hope that they will love the hero, laugh at his adventures, excuse his faults and learn wisdom from his experience. Although Cervantes certainly had no thought of writing a story for children, there are many passages in Don Quixote which appeal particularly to young readers and it is hoped that this adaptation of such passages will serve a useful purpose in awakening a desire to become further acquainted with that great world's classic. While very much of the work has necessarily been omitted, the various adventures are so related as to form a continuous narrative and in every way, an effort is made to give a clear idea of the manner and content of the original.
This book is not so much an abridgment of the great book by Cervantes as it is a rewriting of some of its most interesting and captivating parts. And herein lies its chief claim to greatness, that it seems to have been written not for one country nor for one age alone, but to give delight to all mankind. It moves to pity rather than ridicule, and to tears as well as laughter. It touches the sense of humor in every heart. The story is so simple that every one can understand it, and yet it has in it so much wisdom that the wisest may derive pleasure from it. It has been read and enjoyed by men and women of the most diverse tastes and conditions. The romance entitled "The Achievements of the Ingenious Gentleman, Don Quixote de la Mancha," was originally written in Spanish by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra in the 17th century. Lebowitz Twinkle Linda Johnson and Carol Cotter.
LibriVox recording of Stories of Don Quixote: written anew for young people by James Baldwin.
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