Quote by Miguel de Cervantes

Pray look better, Sir... those things yonder are no giants, but windmills.

Pray look better, Sir... those things yonder are no giants,

Summary

This quote, from Miguel de Cervantes' famous novel Don Quixote, highlights the delusion and imagination of the story's protagonist. Don Quixote, a self-proclaimed knight, often mistakes common things for mythical creatures or enemies. His loyal companion, Sancho Panza, tries to bring him back to reality by pointing out that the supposed giants he sees are, in fact, just windmills. The quote serves as a reminder of the power of perception and how easily it can be influenced by one's beliefs or delusions.

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