Miguel de Cervantes
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra (1547–1616) was a Spanish novelist, poet, and playwright best known for Don Quixote, a foundational work of modern Western literature. He served as a soldier, endured captivity and imprisonment, and worked as a government official, influencing Spanish letters with his narrative innovation.
Quotes by Miguel de Cervantes
Quotes: 10
He Who Reads a Lot and Travels a Lot, Sees a Lot and Knows a Lot - Miguel de Cervantes
The quote underscores the concept that direct experiences gained through traveling can provide practical learning that complements theoretical knowledge acquired from books. [...]
Created on: 6/5/2024
In Some Place of a Book, There Is a Phrase Waiting for Us to Give Meaning to Existence - Miguel de Cervantes
Cervantes highlights the human quest for meaning and purpose. The ‘phrase’ in the book symbolizes the answers and truths we are all seeking in our lives. [...]
Created on: 6/2/2024
In Some Place of a Book, There Is a Phrase Waiting for Us to Give Meaning to Existence - Miguel de Cervantes
This quote highlights the transformative power of literature. It suggests that within books, there are words that can profoundly impact our understanding of life and our place in the world. [...]
Created on: 6/2/2024
The Wisdom of Reading and Traveling - Miguel de Cervantes
This quote highlights that through reading and traveling, individuals gain a vast amount of knowledge and perspectives. Books offer theoretical knowledge, while travel presents practical experiences. [...]
Created on: 6/1/2024
In Some Place of a Book, There Is a Phrase Waiting to Give Meaning to Existence - Miguel de Cervantes
This quote speaks to the human quest for purpose and understanding. It implies that literature is a valuable medium through which one can search for and discover deeper existential insights. [...]
Created on: 6/1/2024
He Who Does Not Expect to Win Is Already Defeated - Miguel de Cervantes
The quote can be seen as an illustration of the self-fulfilling prophecy: if you believe you will fail, your actions (or inactions) may contribute to that failure. Conversely, believing in success can lead to behaviors that support achieving it. [...]
Created on: 5/27/2024
From Time to Time It Is Good to Be a Little Crazy; It Makes Life Interesting - Miguel de Cervantes
Maintaining a balanced life includes allowing oneself moments of light-heartedness and fun. This quote reminds us of the mental health benefits of not taking life too seriously all the time. [...]
Created on: 5/23/2024