Don Quixote

Don Quixote, published in two parts in 1605 and 1615, is one of the most influential works in Western literature. The novel follows Alonso Quixano, a Spanish gentleman who becomes the deluded knight-errant Don Quixote, determined to revive chivalry in a world that no longer believes in it. Accompanied by his faithful squire, Sancho Panza, Quixote embarks on absurd adventures that blur reality and illusion. Cervantes combines humor, pathos, and philosophical reflection to critique idealism and social norms. Don Quixote remains a timeless exploration of dreams, madness, and the human spirit.