Alonso Fernández de Avellaneda Books

Alonso Fernández de Avellaneda is the pseudonym of an author whose work produced a sequel to Cervantes' Don Quixote. The true identity of Avellaneda remains a subject of much speculation, with no definitive consensus. While critical opinion has generally regarded Avellaneda's contribution unfavorably, and Cervantes himself expressed significant disapproval, it is plausible that the former's work served as a crucial stimulus for Cervantes to complete his own continuation. This interplay ultimately enriched the literary landscape, solidifying the enduring legacy of the original.