Author: Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de
Synopsis:
In 'The History of Don Quixote, Volume 1, Complete', 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. Believing himself to be a knight-errant, he sets off on a series of misadventures with his loyal squire, Sancho Panza. From battling windmills he mistakes for giants to rescuing damsels in distress, Don Quixote's delusions lead him on a comical and poignant journey that explores the power of imagination and the clash between idealism and reality.
Genres: Satire, Adventure, Comedy
Themes: Madness and Sanity, Illusion and Reality, Idealism and Pragmatism
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