Quote by George Bernard Shaw

Reading made Don Quixote a gentleman, but believing what he read made him mad.

Reading made Don Quixote a gentleman, but believing what he

Summary

This quote highlights the transformative power of reading. It suggests that reading books made Don Quixote more cultured and refined, elevating him to the status of a gentleman. However, the quote also warns about the dangers of blind belief in what one reads. It implies that Don Quixote's unquestioning acceptance of the fantastic adventures portrayed in his books led him to madness, blurring the line between fiction and reality. Ultimately, the quote emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and discernment while consuming literature or any form of information.

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