The Cambridge Companion to Cervantes (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521663878)

Don Quixote de la Mancha is one of the classic texts of Western literature, yet Cervantes remains an enigmatic figure. This Companion is a comprehensive treatment of Cervantes' life and work. Essays by outstanding Hispanistas cover the historical and political context of Cervantes' writing, his place in Renaissance culture, and the role of Don Quixote in the formation of the modern novel. The volume provides suggestions for further reading, a detailed chronology and a guide to electronic resources.

Author: Anthony J. Cascardi
ISBN-10: 0521663873
ISBN-13: 9780521663878
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 10/17/2002
Pages: 264
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.60d