Gargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 3: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

Gargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 3 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Rabelais, François. The listed translation credits are Motteux, Peter Anthony (1660–1718); Urquhart, Thomas, Sir (1611–1660).

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"Gargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 3" by François Rabelais is a novel written in the 16th century. After settling Panurge's debts, Pantagruel faces a new challenge: his companion suddenly wants to marry but cannot decide if he should. They consult fortune-tellers, scholars, poets, and philosophers, yet Panurge rejects every answer. Finally, they resolve to seek wisdom from the Divine Bottle itself, setting sail on an extraordinary voyage that will test their wits and friendship.

Book and edition facts

• Title: Gargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 3
• Author credits: Rabelais, François
• Catalogue language: English
• Translator credits: Motteux, Peter Anthony (1660–1718); Urquhart, Thomas, Sir (1611–1660)

Catalogue subjects

• Fantasy fiction, French -- Translations into English
• Gargantua (Legendary character) -- Fiction
• Giants -- Fiction

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• Category: French Literature
• Category: Humour
• Category: Novels

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