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Don Quixote

Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra
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Don Quixote

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1605

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Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra

Don Quixote

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1605
Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Spain • 17th century

Publication Year

1605

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

Lexile Level

1410L

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Super Short Summary

Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra chronicles the adventures of a person who imagines themselves a knight-errant named Don Quixote, accompanied by their squire, Sancho Panza. Delusions lead them to pursue chivalrous ideals, often with comic results, highlighting the contrast between reality and perception.

Reviews & Readership

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Reviews of Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra highlight its groundbreaking narrative and enduring humor, earning praise as a cornerstone of Western literature. Critics laud its exploration of idealism versus reality, although some note its length and archaic language can be challenging. Overall, it remains a beloved and influential classic.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Don Quixote?

Readers who enjoy Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra are often fans of satirical adventures and classic literature. They appreciate rich, humorous narratives and complex characters. Comparable works include Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift and The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain.

Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Spain • 17th century

Publication Year

1605

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

Lexile Level

1410L

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