"El sombrero de tres picos" is a famous Spanish novella written by Pedro Antonio de Alarcón in 1874. The story revolves around a love triangle involving a miller, his wife, and a corrupt magistrate. The title refers to the three-cornered hat worn by the miller, which becomes a symbol of cleverness and deception. The plot unfolds in a small village where the magistrate attempts to seduce the miller's wife. However, the miller devises a plan to outsmart the magistrate, leading to humorous and unexpected situations. This tale highlights themes of social class, love, and the triumph of the clever over the powerful.