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CliffsNotes on Don Quixote looks into the story of a man who seeks truth and justice with an internal vision so strong as to see through the illusion of external appearances.

Following the journey of a gentle (and mad) knight, this study guide provides summaries and commentaries for each chapter within this popular — and long — novel. Other features that help you figure out this important work include

Biographical sketch and background of the author, Cervantes

Essays that explore the author's technique, style, and characterization

Explanation and examples of the novel's themes of quixotism, truth and justice, and reality and fantasy

Suggested discussion questions

Bibliography and list of other works by Cervantes

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