Don Quixote

by Retells Cervantes

Retells Cervantes' story of the adventures of an eccentric Spanish country gentleman and his companion who set out as a knight and squire of old to right wrongs and punish evil.

Genres: Classics, Fiction, Childrens, Animals, Historical Fiction, Middle Grade

Audiobook

First published April 1, 1996

Reviews

[Jerry (Rebel With a Massive Media Library) · Rating 4 out of 5]

For the first time, I can say that I actually read the original version of a classic novel prior to the Wishbone version!

Still, despite being seriously abridged, this adaptation of a legendary literary work makes it accessible to early readers. As usual, Wishbone's commentary was both fun and educational. I still suggest the original, but, for those looking for a quick version of the story, this is it!

[Becky · Rating 5 out of 5]

book I loved as a kid

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I never thought I would be reading Don Quixote to my son at age 6 (or ever for that matter), but this book makes it very easy and enjoyable to read. Yes, it's not the original text and it has Wishbone's commentary throughout, but for a 6 year old, that's fun. I've been enjoying it too, because it's a book that was never on my wishlist to read, but it's been a great story so far. In two words: fun & accessible.

[Heather · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book is great if you have kids that want to start reading classic books, but you don't feel that they are going to either enjoy or understand it. I feel, however, that this is too much of a dumbed down version of the tale.

[Günter Wahl · Rating 4 out of 5]

There are two abridged editions in print Madrid with an introductory essay and now Reclams red classics.

[Stefani · Rating 4 out of 5]

VERY abridged, but my 7-year-old daughter loved the book and the interjections by Wishbone that helped with understanding and context of the book.