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El Ingenioso Hidalgo Don Quijote de la Mancha, Volume 1, is a timeless classic of Spanish literature. This edition, published in 1819, presents the enduring tale of Don Quixote, a noble who embarks on a series of fantastical adventures inspired by his passion for chivalric romances. Accompanied by his loyal squire, Sancho Panza, Don Quixote roams the Spanish countryside, tilting at windmills and righting perceived wrongs. This foundational work, presented here by the Real Academia Española and Vincente Los De RÃ-os, remains a cornerstone of Western literature, celebrated for its wit, satire, and profound exploration of human nature. Readers will be captivated by the vivid characters, humorous episodes, and enduring themes that have made "Don Quixote" a beloved masterpiece for centuries. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.