Gargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 3 by François Rabelais

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Author Rabelais, François, 1490?-1553?
Illustrator Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883
Translator Motteux, Peter Anthony, 1660-1718
Translator Urquhart, Thomas, Sir, 1611-1660
Title Gargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 3
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gargantua_and_Pantagruel
Note Reading ease score: 55.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Sue Asscher and David Widger
Summary "Gargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 3" by François Rabelais is a satirical novel written during the Renaissance period. This third installment of the series continues to explore the adventures of Pantagruel and his father Gargantua, blending elements of humor, philosophy, and commentary on society. The book delves into various themes, including governance, human nature, and the absurdities of life, often through the adventures and discourse of its larger-than-life characters. The beginning of Book 3 introduces readers to the character of Pantagruel, who has recently conquered the land of Dipsody and is transporting a colony of Utopians to it. The opening includes a prologue that reflects on the nature of discourse and entertainment, setting the tone for the satirical explorations that follow. The text vividly illustrates Pantagruel's interactions with his companions, particularly Panurge, as they discuss matters of the state, marriage, and human behavior with wit and insight. Rabelais skillfully intertwines humor with serious themes, making the opening both engaging and thought-provoking for readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Giants -- Fiction
Subject Fantasy fiction, French -- Translations into English
Subject Gargantua (Legendary character) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 8168
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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