The Visions of Quevedo

The Visions of Quevedo

The Translator of the Visions of Quevedo, can truly say, that the pleasure he himself derived from their perusal in the original, alone gave him the idea of translating them into English. It is believed by the writer of this article, that the present is the only English translation of the Visions of Quevedo, although they have been translated into many other languages, and into French no fewer than five several times by as many different authors: the last of which, that has fallen under his notice, was published at Paris in 1812, the plan of which has been followed in the present version. The advertisement to that edition, contains the following just remarksThe Visions, are regarded as the most piquant production, that ever came from the fruitful and ingenious pen of Quevedo, one of the best Spanish writers. In general, the criticisms they present, although mixed with some tedious detail, have much point, and do not fail in their application at the present day. It is hoped the reader will condescend to excuse any inaccuracies that have escaped the translators attention, and realize from the perusal entertainment sufficient to recompense him for his time. Fracois de Quevedo de Villegas, a Spanish gentleman, and knight of the order of Saint James, was born in 1570, at Villa Nueva de lInfantado; and not at Madrid, as has been asserted by Moreri, and repeated after him in the Historical Dictionary of Lyons. He was lord of Juan Abbate, in the province of La Mancha, an estate of which he bore the title. After having visited Italy, France, and all Spain, and rendered the most signal services to the Spanish ministry, he took up his residence at Madrid. During his stay at court, he devoted himself to study and composition: being considered the most polished writer of his time, and one who united in himself the greatest versatility of talent. The taste of Quevedo naturally inclined him to fictitious composition. Endowed p. 8with keen perceptions, a vivid imagination, and rapidity of invention, he is not indebted to the drudgery of research, and other mens thoughts for his immortal productions: depending solely upon his own resources, he was emphatically an original writer. ......Buy Now (To Read More)

Product details

Ebook Number: 41950
Author: Quevedo, Francisco de
Release Date: Jan 30, 2013
Format: eBook
Language: English

Contributors

Translator: Elliot, William, 1803-