Don Quixote is a novel written by the Spanish author Miguel de Cervantes. Cervantes is widely regarded as one of the greatest authors in the Spanish language and his work has been translated into many languages. Don Quixote is considered to be one of the most influential works of literature ever written and is often cited as the first modern novel. The novel follows the adventures of the titular character, Don Quixote, and his faithful companion, Sancho Panza, as they travel through Spain in search of glory and adventure.