Don Quixote

5b Miguel de Cervantes, Volume one 1930 and Volume two 1932. Printed in Madrid.

Notes

Don Quixote is a classic Spanish novel written by Miguel de Cervantes and first published in two parts in 1605 and 1615. It follows the adventures of Alonso Quixano, a man so enamored with tales of chivalry that he sets out to become a knight-errant under the name Don Quixote. Accompanied by his loyal but skeptical squire, Sancho Panza, he embarks on a series of misguided quests, famously mistaking windmills for giants. The novel blends comedy, satire, and deep philosophical reflection, exploring themes like reality versus illusion, the nature of heroism, and the power of imagination. Widely regarded as one of the greatest works of literature ever written, Don Quixote has had a profound influence on storytelling and Western literature.

Description

Marbled calf leather binding with four raised bands. Red leather labels in the second compartment and black leather labels in the fourth with gilt lettering. Speckled edges. Frayed bookmarks in each volume. Rubbing to the extremities with bumped corners. Some wear to the hinges and general discoloration. Fine condition overall.