Four generations had laughed over "Don Quixote" before it occurred to anyone to ask, who and what manner of man was this Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra whose name is on the title-page; and it was too late for a satisfactory answer to the question when it was proposed to add a life of the author to the London edition published at Lord Carteret's instance in 1738. All traces of the personality of Cervantes had by that time disappeared. Any floating traditions that may once have existed, transm...

John Ormsby's discerning take on life in his first poetry outing will have readers snorting out loud during their morning commute. Everything's in play as the author takes deadly aim at, among other things, face-sniffing in Greenland, the inevitable dinner invitation from the cannibal next door and that age old question vexing the ballet world: is it time for something in a heel?The titles themselves are a masterclass in wordplay and while the author flirts with nonsense verse, he n...

It was with considerable reluctance that I abandoned in favour of the present undertaking what had long been a favourite project: that of a new edition of Shelton's “Don Quixote, ” which has now become a somewhat scarce book. There are some— and I confess myself to be one— for whom Shelton's racy old version, with all its defects, has a charm that no modern translation, however skilful or correct, could possess. Shelton had the inestimable advantage of belonging to the same generation as Cerv...

"Short Studies in Ethics: An Elementary Text-Book for Schools" by John Ormsby Miller serves as a foundational text designed to introduce students to the principles of ethical thought. The book explores various moral philosophies and ethical dilemmas, encouraging critical thinking and reflection among young learners. Miller's approach is accessible, making complex ideas understandable for school-aged readers. Through engaging examples and clear explanations, the text aims to foster a sense ...

In 'Short Studies in Ethics: An Elementary Text-Book for Schools,' John Ormsby Miller presents a concise and accessible exploration of ethical principles tailored for the educational context. The text is structured to encourage critical thinking among young students, employing straightforward language and relatable examples. Miller adeptly intertwines philosophical theories with practical applications, addressing fundamental questions of morality, justice, and personal responsibility. The ...

In "Short Studies in Ethics: An Elementary Text-Book for Schools," John Ormsby Miller presents a comprehensive yet accessible exploration of ethical principles tailored for educational institutions. This text is characterized by its clear prose and structured format, allowing students to grapple with complex moral dilemmas through engaging discussion questions and relatable examples. Situated within the pedagogical movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Miller's work reflects ...

The history of our English translations of "Don Quixote" is instructive. Shelton's, the first in any language, was made, apparently, about 1608, but not published till 1612. This of course was only the First Part. It has been asserted that the Second, published in 1620, is not the work of Shelton, but there is nothing to support the assertion save the fact that it has less spirit, less of what we generally understand by "go," about it than the first, which would be only natural if the firs...

An Elementary Textbook for Schools.TABLE OF CONTENTSI. DUTY 7II. OBEDIENCE 15III. TRUTHFULNESS 19IV. COURAGE 24V. PURITY 30VI. UNSELFISHNESS 35VII. HONESTY 40VIII. FAITHFULNESS 45IX. PROFANITY 50X. JUSTICE 54XI. BENEVOLENCE 59XII. AMBITION 63XIII. PATRIOTISM 68XIV. BODILY EXERCISE 72XV. HABIT 77XVI. INDUSTRY 82XVII. SELF-CONTROL 88XVIII. SELF-RELIANCE 91

"To dream the impossible dream—and to find the truth in the madness." Alonso Quixano, a retired country gentleman, has read so many stories of chivalry that he loses his wits and decides to become a knight errant. Renaming himself Don Quixote de la Mancha, he polishes his rusty armor, mounts his scrawny horse Rocinante, and sets out to revive the age of knighthood. Joined by his "squire," the simple and earthy laborer Sancho Panza, Quixote travels across the plains of Spain, transforming h...

Don Quixote of La Mancha has been called the most popular book in history after the Bible and the first modern novel. One might even say that this tragi-comic work is far more than a novel: It is a manual for life, with lessons on how to love, dream, age, and be a friend. It encourages engagement with the essential questions: Who am I? Why am I here? What is my responsibility toward others? What is the meaning of being mortal? Furthermore, it is a book about books, about the act—and art—of...

Don Quixote (/ˌdɒn kiːˈhoʊtiː/; Spanish: [ˈdoŋ kiˈxote] ( listen)), fully titled The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha (Spanish: El ingenioso hidalgo don Quijote de la Mancha), is a Spanish novel by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra. It follows the adventures of Alonso Quixano, an hidalgo who reads so many chivalric novels that he decides to set out to revive chivalry, under the name Don Quixote. He recruits a simple farmer, Sancho Panza, as his squire, who often employs a unique, ea...

Don Quixote de La Mancha ranks among the top 100 books of all time and is considered by many to be the first modern novel. First published in 1605 and 1615, it still astonishes with its genius and imagination. Everyone has his or her own interpretation of the mad nobleman who begins by tilting at windmills and ends up insinuating himself into every corner of the reader's heart and mind. Don't miss this unequalled opportunity to read this incredible book at an affordable price. The John Orm...