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This volume gathers the later part of a celebrated poet’s epic satire, presenting the sprawling narrative of Don Juan as it turns from youthful adventure to sharper social commentary. The text is enriched by a new, scholarly introduction that explains the poem’s sources, along with extensive footnotes that illuminate obscure references and variant readings from original manuscripts. Illustrated pages and a freshly discovered fourteen‑stanza fragment of the seventeenth canto give listeners a sense of both the poem’s grandeur and the meticulous care behind this edition.

Listeners will hear a voice that balances wit, romance, and biting critique, guided by the editor’s notes that clarify historical allusions without interrupting the story’s flow. The edition’s careful transcription preserves the original rhythm while providing helpful transliterations of occasional Greek phrases. Whether you’re new to the work or revisiting a classic, this audio presentation offers a comprehensive and engaging entry into one of English literature’s most daring verses.

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