A Letter To The Dr. Percy

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Focusing on the efforts to create a more accurate edition of "Don Quixote," John Bowle's 1777 letter to Dr. Thomas Percy outlines his intentions to enhance the understanding of Cervantes' work for English readers. He addresses the challenges of translating specific passages and emphasizes the importance of historical and cultural context. Bowle's commitment to detailed annotations aims to clarify unfamiliar terms and references, marking a significant contribution to "Don Quixote" scholarship. This facsimile reprint preserves the original's cultural significance.