Los trabajos de Persiles y Sigismunda facts for kids
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Title page of first edition (1617)
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| Author | Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
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| Original title | Los trabajos de Persiles y Sigismunda |
| Country | Spain |
| Language | Spanish |
| Genre | Romance novel, Byzantine novel |
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Los trabajos de Persiles y Sigismunda (which means "The Travails of Persiles and Sigismunda") is a special kind of adventure story called a romance novel. It was written by the famous Spanish author Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra. This book was his very last work. It is quite different from his more famous novel, Don Quixote. While Don Quixote is known for being very realistic, Persiles is full of amazing and fantastic adventures.
Even though most people know Cervantes for Don Quixote, he actually believed Persiles was his greatest achievement. He finished writing it just three days before he passed away. The book was published in 1617, after his death.
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About the Book
Persiles y Sigismunda is often called a Byzantine novel. This means it's a story about two main characters who go on a long journey. They face many challenges and adventures before they can finally be together. The book explores themes of love, faith, and overcoming difficulties.
Cervantes's Last Work
Miguel de Cervantes worked on Persiles y Sigismunda for many years. It was a very important project to him. He wanted it to be a lasting work that showed his skill as a writer. Finishing it just before his death shows how dedicated he was to this story.
New Ways to Read the Story
For a long time, people thought of Persiles as a traditional religious adventure story. However, in recent years, some experts have started to see it in new ways. They believe the book has deeper meanings and is even more creative than first thought. They admire the passion Cervantes put into writing it.
400th Anniversary Edition
In 2017, the Real Academia Española (a very important Spanish language organization) released a new edition of the book. This was to celebrate 400 years since its first publication. You can find parts of this special edition online.
See also
In Spanish: Los trabajos de Persiles y Sigismunda para niños
