Journey To Parnassus (1883)

By Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra and James Young Gibson

Book Overview

Journey to Parnassus is a novel written by the renowned Spanish author, Miguel de Cervantes, and published posthumously in 1883. The book follows the journey of a young poet, named Don Luis de Leon, as he travels to the mythical mountain of Parnassus, the home of the Muses, to seek inspiration and improve his poetic skills. Throughout his journey, Don Luis encounters a variety of characters, including other poets, scholars, and artists, who offer him guidance and advice on his quest. He also faces numerous challenges and obstacles, both external and internal, that test his resolve and determination.The novel is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Don Luis's journey to Parnassus and the second part detailing his experiences on the mountain itself. Along the way, Cervantes includes a number of satirical and comedic elements, poking fun at the literary and artistic world of his time.Overall, Journey to Parnassus is a thought-provoking and engaging work that explores the nature of creativity, inspiration, and the pursuit of artistic excellence. It is a must-read for fans of Cervantes and anyone interested in the history of literature and the arts.To Which Are Subjoined The Antique Text And Translation Of The Letter Of Cervantes To Mateo Vazquez.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437146406
• ISBN13: 9781437146400
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 464 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"