基本説明
Mancing's overambitious compendium of lore about Cervantes' life, works (including detailed synopses), times, antecedents, and influence is addressed to an excessively broad audience.
Full Description
Cervantes is undoubtedly one of the world's most influential authors. While scholars continue to debate his role as the inventor of the novel, readers have found centuries of entertainment and inspiration in his works. Don Quixote contains one of the most memorable characters in all of literature and forever shaped the course of literary history and popular culture. This reference is a comprehensive guide to Cervantes' stunning achievements. Included are hundreds of alphabetically arranged entries on his works, characters, and allusions, historical persons who figured prominently in his life and works, concepts and terms central to his literary career, and authors, artists, and musicians who were influenced by his writings.
While many of the entries are succinct, others provide detailed plot summaries. Each entry closes with a brief bibliography. A chronology and a selected, general bibliography of major editions and critical studies are included.
Contents
Introduction: Cervantes in Context
Abbreviations
Cervantes Encyclopedia
Chronology
Bibliography
