![]() 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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