“The virtuous woman must be treated like a relic - adored, but not handled; she should be guarded and prized, like a fine flower-garden, the beauty and fragrance of which the owner allows others to enjoy only at a distance, and through iron walls.”
Don Quixote follows the adventures of the title character, a middle-aged knight who becomes obsessed with chivalry, dons armor, and sets out on a quest to restore justice and fight for the oppressed. The novel is a satirical critique of the chivalric romances of the time and is celebrated for its wit, humor, and philosophical depth. more
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
“He that will not when he may, When he would, he should have nay.”
“A philosopher is a man who can look at an empty glass with a smile.”
“A teetotaller is one who suffers from thirst instead of enjoying it.”
“Ability without enthusiasm is like a rifle without a bullet.”
“Don't question your wife's judgment; look who she married.”
“Fish stimulates the brain, but fishing stimulates the imagination.”
“If you get to the top on your own, who'll take the picture?”