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Book Synopsis: Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra finds refuge from his difficult childhood by imagining the adventures of a brave but clumsy knight. Now available in Spanish, this fictionalized first-person biography in verse of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra follows the early years of the child who grows up to pen Don Quixote, the first modern novel. The son of a vagabond barber-surgeon, Miguel looks to his own imagination for an escape from his family's troubles and finds comfort in his colorful daydreams. At a time when access to books is limited and imaginative books are considered evil, Miguel is inspired by storytellers and wandering actors who perform during festivals. He longs to tell stories of his own. When Miguel is nineteen, four of his poems are published, launching the career of one of the greatest writers in the Spanish language.
Award-winning author Margarita Engle's distinctive picture book depiction of the childhood of the father of the modern novel, told in a series of free verse poems, is enhanced by Raúl Colón's stunning illustrations. Back matter includes a note from both the author and illustrator as well as additional information on Cervantes and his novel Don Quixote.
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Are you ready to embark on a magical journey through the vivid imagination of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra? Introducing Miguel y su valiente caballero: El joven Cervantes sueña a don Quijote, now available in Spanish! This captivating fictionalized first-person biography delves into the early years of a young boy who would grow up to write one of the most iconic novels in history - Don Quixote. Get lost in the enchanting world of Miguel's daydreams as he finds solace and inspiration amidst the challenges of his upbringing.
Step into a time when access to books was limited and imaginative stories were seen as taboo. Miguel, the son of a wandering barber-surgeon, escapes his family's troubles through the power of his own imagination. In a world where imaginative books were considered evil, Miguel's fantastical daydreams propel him towards a lifelong passion for storytelling. Inspired by the tales of wandering actors and mesmerizing storytellers at festive gatherings, Miguel yearns to create his own narratives filled with adventure and wit.
Witness the transformative power of the written word as Miguel's journey takes him from a young dreamer to a celebrated writer. At the age of nineteen, he sees his poems published, marking the beginning of a legacy that forever changed the world of literature. Award-winning author Margarita Engle weaves a spellbinding tale through a series of evocative free verse poems, while Raúl Colón's breathtaking illustrations bring Miguel's world to life.
Immerse yourself in the rich history and captivating story behind one of the greatest literary figures in the Spanish language. Learn more about Cervantes and his revolutionary novel Don Quixote through the insightful back matter included in this edition. Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey - experience Miguel y su valiente caballero: El joven Cervantes sueña a don Quijote for yourself and discover the magic of storytelling.
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