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Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de
1547
1616
Cervantes, Miguel de
Saavedra, Miguel de Cervantes
De Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel
Cervantes, Michel
Saavedra, Miguel Cervantes
Doré, Gustave
1832
1883
Dore, Gustave
Doré, Louis Christophe Paul Gustave
Doré, Louis Auguste Gustave
Dorè, Gustave
Ormsby, John
1829
1895
The History of Don Quixote, Volume 1, Part 15
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Quixote
Produced by David Widger
"The History of Don Quixote, Volume 1, Part 15" by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra is a classic novel written during the early 17th century, a time defined by the Baroque period in literature. The book explores the comedic misadventures of a gentleman named Alonso Quixano who becomes so enamored with tales of chivalry that he decides to become a knight-errant, adopting the name Don Quixote. His journey is marked by a series of whimsical encounters, delusions, and reflections on societal values. In this particular part of the narrative, various characters intersect at an inn where they engage in multiple storylines, including the emotional reunion of a captive with his brother, complications involving a judge, and the comical ordeal of Don Quixote as he misinterprets the events around him due to his delusions of grandeur. Themes of love, honor, and the nature of reality versus illusion are prevalent, as Don Quixote's misguided quests lead to both humorous and poignant moments. Characters like Sancho Panza offer a contrasting perspective on Quixote’s ideals, while the subplot involving the judge's daughter and her lover adds layers of romance and societal commentary to the unfolding drama. Overall, this vibrant tapestry of adventure and interaction captivates the reader while delving into the folly and grandeur of the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 42.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Spain -- Social life and customs -- 16th century -- Fiction
Knights and knighthood -- Spain -- Fiction
Picaresque literature
Romances
PQ
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