Publisher's Synopsis
Journey to Parnassus is a satirical novel written by Miguel de Cervantes, the famous Spanish author best known for his masterpiece, Don Quixote. The book was published posthumously in 1614 and is considered one of Cervantes' most important works.The novel tells the story of a young poet named Don Luis de Leon, who is on a journey to Parnassus, the mythical mountain where the muses live. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including other poets, scholars, and artists, who offer him advice and guidance on his quest.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a collection of poems and satirical essays that Cervantes wrote throughout his life. The second part is a narrative that follows Don Luis on his journey to Parnassus.Throughout the book, Cervantes uses humor and satire to comment on the literary and artistic movements of his time. He pokes fun at the excesses of the Renaissance, the pretensions of the courtly love tradition, and the rigid rules of classical poetry.Journey to Parnassus is a witty and entertaining work that showcases Cervantes' mastery of language and his keen insight into human nature. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Spanish literature, poetry, or satire.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.
