Dore, Gustave

Dore's Illustrations for Don Quixote

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ISBN 13:: 9780486243009
author:: Dore, Gustave
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Dover Publications Inc.
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1983
Pages:: 160
Dimensions:: 30.45 x 22.99 x 0.97 centimetres
Genre:: Illustration & commercial art
Condition:: New
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Gustave Dor's masterful illustrations for "Don Quixote" bring to life the world of Cervantes' timeless masterpiece. This collection features 190 full-page plates, plus 70 characteristic headpiece and tailpiece vignettes, showcasing Dore's unique interpretation of the novel. Dor's meticulous attention to detail is evident in his depictions of Spanish landscapes, costumes, and architecture, which transport readers to the 17th-century setting with a 19th-century sensibility. Captions written specifically for this edition provide insight into the story, capturing key moments from the original text. A must-have for art lovers and fans of literature, Dor's "Don Quixote" is a remarkable work that continues to inspire and appeal to readers today.

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