“One of the most considerable advantages the great have over their inferiors is to have servants as good as themselves.”
Quote by Miguel de Cervantes
Work
The achievements of the ingenious gentleman, don Quixote de la Mancha. A tr. based on that of P.A. Motteux, with the memoir and notes of J.G. Lockhart
Don Quixote de la Mancha is a seminal work of Western literature, written by Miguel de Cervantes. The novel follows the adventures of the title character, Don Quixote, a knight-errant who embarks on chivalric quests. This edition features a translation that aims to capture the spirit and humor of the original text, accompanied by Lockhart's insightful memoirs and annotations that provide historical context and analysis. more
Author
Miguel de Cervantes
Miguel de Cervantes, a Spanish novelist, playwright, and poet, was born on September 29, 1547, and died on April 22, 1616. He is best known for his masterpiece, 'Don Quixote,' which is considered a classic of Western literature and has had a profound impact on literature worldwide. more
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