“By such innovations are languages enriched, when the words are adopted by the multitude, and naturalized by custom.”
Quote by Miguel de Cervantes
Work
The History of the Ingenious Gentleman, Don Quixote of La Mancha
Miguel de Cervantes' The History of the Ingenious Gentleman, Don Quixote of La Mancha is a seminal work of Western literature. The novel follows the misadventures of Don Quixote, a man who becomes obsessed with the ideals of chivalry and decides to become a knight-errant. His companion, Sancho Panza, serves as a foil to Quixote's idealistic pursuits, often providing a more realistic perspective. The novel satirizes the chivalric romances of the time and explores themes of identity, reality, and the human condition. more
Author
Miguel de Cervantes
Miguel de Cervantes, a Spanish novelist, playwright, and poet, was born on September 29, 1547, and died on April 22, 1616. He is best known for his masterpiece, 'Don Quixote,' which is considered a classic of Western literature and has had a profound impact on literature worldwide. more
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