The Wit and Wisdom of Don Quixote de la Mancha

by Harry Sieber (Editor)

For the upcoming 400 th anniversary of one of literature's greatest novels, a celebration of its most unforgettable passages A browser's delight of proverbs, just in time for the 400th anniversary of Cervantes's classic, The Wit and Wisdom of Don Quixote de la Mancha distills the timeless insight and humor of the masterpiece into a charming gift-size collection ideal for any lover of literature and great quotations. Decorated with rich illustrations and assembled with a historical introduction by Cervantes scholar Harry Sieber, the quotations in this book are arranged according to theme for quick reference. Readers will easily discover the perfect quote for any occasion or topic. From Love and Hope, to Prudence and Prosperity, to Honor and Honesty, Don Quixote is famous for countless proverbs that have stood the test of time. After 400 years, these sayings are still with us today, and the best are gathered in this literary volume. In the words of the immortal Man of La Mancha, "Thou hast seen nothing yet."

Genres: Adventure, Fiction

141 pages, Hardcover

Published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Robert Lent · Rating 5 out of 5]

Don Quixote is a great classic, but tackling it is like climbing a mountain. This is about a quarter the size of Don Quixote, with less important parts cut out. If you've wanted to read Don Quixote, but were intimidated by its size, this is a good option. Perhaps after reading this, you will want to tackle the full version, but either way, this is a good option.