Don Quixote

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Set in early 17th-century Spain, this classic novel follows the adventures of a nobleman who becomes enamored with chivalric ideals and sets out to revive knighthood. Accompanied by his loyal squire, Sancho Panza, he embarks on a series of misadventures, mistaking windmills for giants and peasants for noble ladies. Through humor and poignant moments, the story explores themes of reality versus illusion, the nature of heroism, and the complexities of human aspiration. Cervantes' work remains a timeless reflection on the pursuit of dreams.