classical period, 1500-1700

Introduces the documentary legacy of Spain's Golden Age eyewitness accounts of the adventures incurred during the course of discovery, conquest, and colonization. Surveys both the documents themselves and the extant scholarship.

The literary character Don Quixote tells about Miguel de Cervantes, the writer of his story, describing Cervantes' life and accomplishments.

Examines the life of sixteenth-century Spanish novelist Miguel de Cervantes, author of "Don Quixote, " discussing his youth, his stint as a chamberlain to a Vatican official, his military career, and his multiple prison terms.

Examines the life and work of sixteenth-century Spanish author Miguel de Cervantes, author of "Don Quixote, " discussing his activities as an adventurer, spy, soldier, hostage, and writer.

A biography of the sixteenth-century soldier, slave, actor, playwright, prisoner of the Spanish Inquisition, and author of Don Quixote.

Describes the life and career of the noted Spanish writer, including the creation of his masterpiece "Don Quixote.".