El Buscapié by Adolfo de Castro
"El Buscapié" by Miguel de Cervantes, with notes by Don Adolfo de Castro, is a literary work of fiction written in the early 17th century. This piece is likely a commentary or retrospective piece that reflects on Cervantes' previous work, particularly "Don Quixote," as it seeks to vindicate that novel against its critics. The title, which translates to "The Foot Seeker," cleverly plays on themes of searching and critique, emblematic of Cervantes'
humor and depth, encapsulating narratives that intertwine satire with literary reflection. The opening of "El Buscapié" begins with a transcriber’s note explaining the context of the text and its modifications for easier reading. It establishes the historical significance of the text by discussing how it was thought to have been lost until recently discovered in Cádiz. Cervantes calls it a vindication of "Don Quixote," suggesting it serves not only as a response to the critiques but also provides insights into the hidden layers of his celebrated novel. The preface sets a reflective tone and hints at the playful yet critical examination of criticism, drawing readers into the intricate relationship between the two works and the enduring legacy of Cervantes as a literary figure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Castro, Adolfo de, 1823-1898 |
|---|---|
| Dubious author | Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de, 1547-1616 |
| Translator | Ross, Thomasina |
| Title | El Buscapié |
| Note | Literary hoax attributed to Cervantes by Adolfo de Castro, the real author. |
| Credits |
Andrés V. Galia, Inatal, Noyster and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de, 1547-1616. Don Quixote |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 64011 |
| Release Date | Dec 10, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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