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Don Quixote (Adapted for Modern Listeners)

By: Miguel de Cervantes
Narrated by: Johnny Heller
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Publisher's summary

Quixotic is a word that the dictionary defines as "extravagantly chivalrous or romantic; visionary...." and that is a fitting definition, indeed, for this charming retelling of Don Quixote, the 17th-century Spanish classic by Miguel de Cervantes, now updated for the modern listener. The gallant and fragile Quixote will touch listeners, as will his faithful squire Sancho Panza and the tragically beautiful heroine of the gentle Don’s chivalries, the fair Dulcinea.

Don Quixote is rightfully noted to "....move to pity rather than ridicule, and to tears as well as laughter. And herein lies its chief claim to greatness - that it seems to have been written not for one country nor for one age alone, but to give delight to all humankind."

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Great way in

This adapted version is a great way to get into a formidable classic and enjoy the experience. I am not an expert of course but I think I understand the timelessness of the story and the personality revealed. I can converse intelligently about the themes.

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I loved the narrator

it was good getting to listen to a classic. Now I know about Don Quixote!

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Great adaptation / wonderful narration

The adaptation for modern listeners was really well done - the prose was understandable while maintaining a tone that felt legitimate. Secondly, and equally important - the narration was really well done - I will hear the narrator’s voice in my head the next time I read an excerpt. THIS IS THE VERSION TO LISTEN TO!

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too streamlined to appreciate Cervantes brilliance

I can only imagine the challenge of cramming 1,000+ pages into 4 hours... this version though is a miss in my opinion

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Very enjoyable

I liked the performance. The shortened telling was very enjoyable. I found myself laughing and listening closely to the adventures of the great man.

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thanks. just what i needed

going to ballet and wanted a full rich version of the story in modern day english. the narration was great. im ready for the ballet! thank you

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Fun Classic

had to read this in middle school....I just listened to the audible version and it was fun. The reader made it especially fun with his raspy voice that matched the characters to a "t".

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