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Don Quixote (Adapted for Modern Listeners)

By: Miguel de Cervantes
Narrated by: Johnny Heller
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Summary

Quixotic is a word that the dictionary defines as "extravagantly chivalrous or romantic; visionary...." and that is a fitting definition, indeed, for this charming retelling of Don Quixote, the 17th-century Spanish classic by Miguel de Cervantes, now updated for the modern listener. The gallant and fragile Quixote will touch listeners, as will his faithful squire Sancho Panza and the tragically beautiful heroine of the gentle Don’s chivalries, the fair Dulcinea.

Don Quixote is rightfully noted to "....move to pity rather than ridicule, and to tears as well as laughter. And herein lies its chief claim to greatness - that it seems to have been written not for one country nor for one age alone, but to give delight to all humankind."

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Very nice adaptation.

Abridged but keeps the essentials. Reader is first class. Really enjoyed this adaptation and will listen again.

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pancho and the man.brilliant

perhaps an idea on how to deal with the ups and downs and alternate realities of life and reality

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Chris McGale

An excellent adaptation of this wonderful spoof! Expertly read by Johnny Heller it was the ideal companion for days spenty clocking up 10,000 steps. A BIG 5 STARS!

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A Very Good Abridgement

I, personally, prefer audiobooks which last a duration of less than 6 hours. So, this was perfect for me. Even though it is a lot shorter than the original version, you still get the important (and, most interesting) parts of the story.

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johnny Heller best voice.

i love the story , the narator has the perfect voice for this story line.

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excellent

This abridged version made good listening. I had struggled with the book. Good introduction to this classic.

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