Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra is a biographical work written by James Fitzmaurice-Kelly. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, a renowned Spanish writer who is best known for his masterpiece, Don Quixote. The book begins with Cervantes' early life, including his childhood in Alcal����� de Henares and his move to Madrid to pursue a career in the military. It then delves into his experiences as a soldier, including his capture by pirates and subsequent imprisonment in Algiers for five years. The book also explores Cervantes' literary career, including his early attempts at writing and his eventual success with Don Quixote. The author provides insight into the inspiration behind the novel and the impact it had on Spanish literature and culture. Throughout the book, Fitzmaurice-Kelly provides a comprehensive analysis of Cervantes' life and work, drawing on a range of historical sources and literary analysis. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, one of the most important figures in Spanish literature.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.