Don Quixote, Part II - Chapters XII-XXI: Engaño, Desengaño, and the Cervantean Style

Explore the intricacies of Cervantes' Don Quixote in this Yale University lecture focusing on Part II, Chapters XII-XXI. Delve into the Spanish baroque concept of desengaño and its role in the plot development. Examine the "Cervantean" style through the lens of Auerbach and Spitzer's essays. Analyze the parallels between episodes in Parts I and II, and investigate the themes of doubt, self-recognition, and identity. Conclude with insights into Cervantes' Exemplary Story, "The Glass Graduate." Gain a deeper understanding of Cervantes' masterpiece through this comprehensive exploration of its literary techniques and thematic elements.