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Don Coyote

AUTHOR Chambers, Whitman
PUBLISHER Kessinger Publishing (09/10/2010)
PRODUCT TYPE Hardcover (Hardcover)

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Don Coyote is a novel written by Whitman Chambers, first published in 1949. The book is a satirical take on the classic Spanish novel, Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes. The protagonist, Don Coyote, is a wealthy American who becomes obsessed with the romantic ideals of chivalry and decides to become a knight-errant. He sets out on a series of comical adventures, accompanied by his loyal squire, Sancho, who is actually a Mexican gardener. Don Coyote's delusions lead him to believe that he is fighting giants and rescuing damsels in distress, when in reality he is causing chaos and confusion. The novel is a humorous commentary on American culture and the absurdities of modern life. It is a witty and entertaining read that will delight fans of satire and parody.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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ISBN-13: 9781163370100
ISBN-10: 116337010X
Binding: Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 302
Carton Quantity: 22
Product Dimensions: 6.00 x 0.81 x 9.00 inches
Weight: 1.35 pound(s)
Country of Origin: US
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Dewey Decimal: FIC
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Don Coyote is a novel written by Whitman Chambers, first published in 1949. The book is a satirical take on the classic Spanish novel, Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes. The protagonist, Don Coyote, is a wealthy American who becomes obsessed with the romantic ideals of chivalry and decides to become a knight-errant. He sets out on a series of comical adventures, accompanied by his loyal squire, Sancho, who is actually a Mexican gardener. Don Coyote's delusions lead him to believe that he is fighting giants and rescuing damsels in distress, when in reality he is causing chaos and confusion. The novel is a humorous commentary on American culture and the absurdities of modern life. It is a witty and entertaining read that will delight fans of satire and parody.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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