The History of Don Quixote, Volume 1, Part 01

Author: Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de

Synopsis:

In 'The History of Don Quixote, Volume 1, Part 01', we are introduced to the eccentric and imaginative character of Don Quixote, a middle-aged man who becomes obsessed with the chivalric tales of old. Convinced that he is a knight errant, Don Quixote sets off on a series of misadventures, accompanied by his loyal squire, Sancho Panza. From battling windmills he believes to be giants, to rescuing damsels in distress, Don Quixote's delusions lead him on a comical and poignant journey that challenges the boundaries of reality and imagination.

Genres: Satire, Adventure, Comedy

Themes: Madness and Sanity, Illusion and Reality, Idealism and Pragmatism

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