Viage al Parnaso by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra
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Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de, 1547-1616
Spanish
"Viage al Parnaso" by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra is a poetic work written in the early 17th century. The piece is structured as a journey, where the narrator, characterized as a poet, seeks to travel to the metaphorical realm of Parnassus, the home of the Muses and divine inspiration. The book explores themes of poetry, the nature of artistic amb...
status of genuine poetry amidst a sea of lesser talents. The opening of the work sets the stage for this journey, introducing a character who is a solitary Italian poet longing to escape the tumult of court life. He acquires an old mule suited for his adventure and embarks on a quest to Parnassus, where he hopes to find acclaim and inspiration. As he progresses, he reflects on the burdens and hopes of being a poet, contemplating the obstacles he faces due to fortune and the realities of his aspirations. The tone is both whimsical and contemplative, laying the groundwork for a narrative filled with encounters and reflections on poetic identity and the quest for artistic validation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Sarah Campbell
4 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the presentation of ideas feels natural and engaging. Higghly recommended for everyone.
Donald Johnson
2 months agoIf you enjoy this genre, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. This turned out to be a great decision.
Michael Baker
3 months agoI usually don’t leave feedback, but the organization of topics is intuitive and reader-friendly. Time very well spent.
George Clark
1 month agoThis exceeded my expectations because the storytelling feels authentic and emotionally grounded. This has earned a permanent place in my collection.
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Charles Williams
4 months agoFrom a reader’s standpoint, it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. Don't hesitate to download this.