Gargantua and Pantagruel

*Gargantua and Pantagruel* is a series of five humorous and satirical novels by François Rabelais. It follows the adventures of Gargantua, a giant with enormous strength, and his son Pantagruel, as they navigate life, learning, and society. The stories blend comedy, philosophy, and social critique, often using exaggerated characters and absurd situations to explore themes like education, religion, and human nature. Written in a lively, humorous style, the works celebrate wit, curiosity, and the joy of learning, making them influential in Renaissance literature and thought.