Don Quixote (novel)

"Don Quixote," written by Miguel de Cervantes, is a classic Spanish novel that follows a aging man who, inspired by chivalric stories, believes he is a knight and sets out on adventures. Accompanied by his loyal but simple-minded squire, Sancho Panza, he Rome loves to see heroic deeds where none exist, often causing humorous and unintended consequences. The novel explores themes of reality versus illusion, idealism, and the power of imagination. It is celebrated for its satirical tone, depth of character, and its influence on modern literature as a pioneering work of the modern novel form.