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3.71 AVERAGE
3.71 AVERAGE
slow-paced
It took me over a year to finish....That sort of tells you that although there were some good parts as a whole it did not make me have to read it
adventurous
challenging
funny
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Uma história excelente, uma aventura boa de ler.
O problema é o tipo de escrita, difícil de ler e de entender
O problema é o tipo de escrita, difícil de ler e de entender
Well it took me several months to finish but I got it done.
Mainly it took me so long to finish because I had what I’ve heard is one of the worst translations. The other reason is because it is extremely repetitive. It’s basically like reading the same joke over and over again.
The closest thing I could compare it to is a sitcom because Don Quixote and Sancho remain pretty static while they face episodic misadventures. Don’t get me wrong it is a funny routine, but it didn’t really compel me to keep reading. I think if you start this novel and are really amused from the initial chapters you’ll love it, but if the first couple chapters don’t particularly grab you, the rest won’t either.
For me the highlight was Sancho’s earthly wisdom and humor. I loved his misstatements and the myriad of sayings and phrases he employs. I also loved how deliciously petty the second volume is. Which is a reminder that this book’s humor has stood the test of time. It’s not just funny for stuffy classics readers, it will bring mirth to a huge variety of readers.
Also, the satirization of the chivalric romances of the time is well executed and doesn’t necessitate much prior knowledge of the genre. What Cervantes says about the genre could apply to any work that values melodrama and flash over substance.
Overall a humorous classic that quickly overstayed its welcome for me. I would recommend giving it a shot though because if you appreciate the beginning you’ll enjoy the rest.
Mainly it took me so long to finish because I had what I’ve heard is one of the worst translations. The other reason is because it is extremely repetitive. It’s basically like reading the same joke over and over again.
The closest thing I could compare it to is a sitcom because Don Quixote and Sancho remain pretty static while they face episodic misadventures. Don’t get me wrong it is a funny routine, but it didn’t really compel me to keep reading. I think if you start this novel and are really amused from the initial chapters you’ll love it, but if the first couple chapters don’t particularly grab you, the rest won’t either.
For me the highlight was Sancho’s earthly wisdom and humor. I loved his misstatements and the myriad of sayings and phrases he employs. I also loved how deliciously petty the second volume is. Which is a reminder that this book’s humor has stood the test of time. It’s not just funny for stuffy classics readers, it will bring mirth to a huge variety of readers.
Also, the satirization of the chivalric romances of the time is well executed and doesn’t necessitate much prior knowledge of the genre. What Cervantes says about the genre could apply to any work that values melodrama and flash over substance.
Overall a humorous classic that quickly overstayed its welcome for me. I would recommend giving it a shot though because if you appreciate the beginning you’ll enjoy the rest.
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
funny
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
reflective
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
So much rambling! I just couldn't pay attention to it.
nunca me hubiera imaginado reírme con un libro como el quijote en pleno año 2025