"The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha," commonly known as "Don Quixote," is a novel written by Miguel de Cervantes and published in two parts, in 1605 and 1615. It is one of the most famous works in world literature. The novel tells the adventures of a nobleman named Alonso Quichano, who becomes obsessed with chivalry tales and decides to become a knight-errant under the name Don Quixote. With his squire, Sancho Panza, Don Quixote sets out on a quest for heroic adventures to defend the oppressed and restore justice in what he sees as a corrupted world. However, Don Quixote's exploits are often marked by his madness and vivid imagination. He confuses reality with the illusions he creates, mistaking windmills for giants and inns for castles. Despite this, Don Quixote inspires admiration and compassion from those he encounters. The novel explores profound themes such as madness, reality, idealism, and disillusionment. It highlights the contradictions of Spanish society in the 17th century and offers a reflection on the nature of fiction and truth. "Don Quixote" is not only a satirical critique of the popular chivalry novels of its time but also a meditation on the human condition, the search for meaning, and the limits of illusion. The work is considered one of the masterpieces of Spanish literature and a foundational work of Western literature."

A propos de l'auteur

Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, nacido en 1547 en Alcalá de Henares, España, es ampliamente reconocido como uno de los más grandes escritores en la historia de la literatura. Su obra maestra, "Don Quijote de la Mancha", es considerada una de las novelas más influyentes de todos los tiempos. Cervantes vivió una vida llena de aventuras y dificultades, sirviendo en el ejército, siendo capturado y pasando años como prisionero en Argel. Su ingenio, humor y profunda humanidad se reflejan en sus escritos, convirtiéndolo en un ícono literario eterno. Su legado perdura hasta nuestros días, inspirando a generaciones de lectores y escritores en todo el mundo.