Quote by Miguel de Cervantes
Nor has his death the world deceiv'd than his wondrous life surprise d; if he like a madman liv'd least he like a wise one dy'd.
Summary
This quote suggests that the life of the individual mentioned was perceived as extraordinary and surprising by the world, just like their death. It implies that despite living unconventionally, perhaps even recklessly, the individual did not die foolishly but rather in a wise or meaningful manner. It highlights the notion that the person's life, though unconventional, held its own wisdom and value.
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