The Captive
“The author of Don Quixote left an incredible story untold. His own.”
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In 1575, the young soldier Miguel de Cervantes is captured on the high seas by Barbary pirates and taken to Algiers as a hostage. Aware that a cruel death awaits him if his family does not pay his ransom soon, he finds refuge in his passion for storytelling.
VIBE
A gripping tale of resilience against brutal odds. It's a somber, yet hopeful, journey where the power of narrative offers solace and a fight for freedom in the face of despair. The historical setting adds a weighty, authentic feel.
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