The Delightful History of The Most Ingenious Knight Don Quixote of the Mancha, The Harvard Classics, Deluxe Edition
"The Delightful History of The Most Ingenious Knight Don Quixote of the Mancha" by Miguel de Cervantes is a classic novel that follows the adventures of a nobleman named Alonso Quixano, who becomes so obsessed with tales of chivalry that he decides to become a knight-errant himself. Taking on the name Don Quixote, he sets out on a series of misadventures with his loyal squire, Sancho Panza, in tow.
Don Quixote's adventures are a mix of comedy, satire, and profound reflection on the nature of reality and illusion. He tilts at windmills, mistakes ordinary objects for enchanted foes, and embarks on quests that are often absurd and quixotic. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including innkeepers, goatherds, and fellow knights, who humor or exploit him, depending on their inclinations.
Despite his many failures and humiliations, Don Quixote remains steadfast in his belief in the ideals of chivalry and honor. His adventures are a testament to the power of imagination and the human spirit's capacity for resilience and hope. Through Don Quixote's journey, Cervantes offers a profound meditation on the nature of truth, perception, and the search for meaning in a world that often seems indifferent or hostile to our dreams and aspirations.
"The Delightful History of The Most Ingenious Knight Don Quixote of the Mancha" by Miguel de Cervantes is a classic novel that follows the adventures of a nobleman named Alonso Quixano, who becomes so obsessed with tales of chivalry that he decides to become a knight-errant himself. Taking on the name Don Quixote, he sets out on a series of misadventures with his loyal squire, Sancho Panza, in tow.
Don Quixote's adventures are a mix of comedy, satire, and profound reflection on the nature of reality and illusion. He tilts at windmills, mistakes ordinary objects for enchanted foes, and embarks on quests that are often absurd and quixotic. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including innkeepers, goatherds, and fellow knights, who humor or exploit him, depending on their inclinations.
Despite his many failures and humiliations, Don Quixote remains steadfast in his belief in the ideals of chivalry and honor. His adventures are a testament to the power of imagination and the human spirit's capacity for resilience and hope. Through Don Quixote's journey, Cervantes offers a profound meditation on the nature of truth, perception, and the search for meaning in a world that often seems indifferent or hostile to our dreams and aspirations.
"The Delightful History of The Most Ingenious Knight Don Quixote of the Mancha" by Miguel de Cervantes is a classic novel that follows the adventures of a nobleman named Alonso Quixano, who becomes so obsessed with tales of chivalry that he decides to become a knight-errant himself. Taking on the name Don Quixote, he sets out on a series of misadventures with his loyal squire, Sancho Panza, in tow.
Don Quixote's adventures are a mix of comedy, satire, and profound reflection on the nature of reality and illusion. He tilts at windmills, mistakes ordinary objects for enchanted foes, and embarks on quests that are often absurd and quixotic. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including innkeepers, goatherds, and fellow knights, who humor or exploit him, depending on their inclinations.
Despite his many failures and humiliations, Don Quixote remains steadfast in his belief in the ideals of chivalry and honor. His adventures are a testament to the power of imagination and the human spirit's capacity for resilience and hope. Through Don Quixote's journey, Cervantes offers a profound meditation on the nature of truth, perception, and the search for meaning in a world that often seems indifferent or hostile to our dreams and aspirations.
Author: Miguel de Cervantes
In House Collection: 1 of 1
Condition: Fair
Condition Additional Notes: One side of the outside of the spine of the book is detached
Book Cover Material: Hardback
Publisher: P. F. Collier & Son Corporation, New York
Publication Date: 1909
Age: 1970
Edition: 63rd Printing
Language: English
