Illustration of Don Quixote Complete Collection

Author: Miguel de Cervantes (Spain) et al.
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: This is the complete edition of Don Quixote illustrated by the genius artist Doré. Don Quixote is one of the most famous literary figures in history, and this lean, valiant knight has become an integral part of world literary history. The 19th-century master of illustration, Doré, elevated the image of Don Quixote with his magnificent style of "floating in a dream," reaching an unparalleled pinnacle in the field of illustration. The book vividly recreates the unique image of Don Quixote through whimsical and humorous illustrations, a concise and coherent plot summary, allowing readers to glimpse the full essence of the original work. Don Quixote is the masterpiece of the great Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes, a world-renowned classic, and a milestone in the history of European novel development. On one hand, it criticizes social evils and exposes the vices of society; on the other hand, it praises noble virtues such as upholding justice, punishing evil, and helping the poor. All of these share a common emotional bond with humanity, transcending time and space, and holding eternal value for every era and every nation. Even after four centuries, it still moves every reader. Although there are countless illustrations of Don Quixote, until today, the works of the French illustrator Doré remain the most impressive. To illustrate Don Quixote, Doré spent a great deal of time traveling to various parts of Spain, which allowed him to skillfully combine his unique artistic talent, grand background designs, and the authentic Spanish landscape. Doré's complete set of Don Quixote engravings includes 120 full-page metal engravings and 259 small woodcuts. This book is the complete edition of Doré's illustrations for Don Quixote. It can be said that the tragic idealism of Don Quixote can only be matched by Doré's magnificent style of "floating in a dream." Only Doré could express the underlying weariness and sorrow beneath the surface absurdity and humor of Don Quixote.