after being cured of his chivalry disorder, my uncle, by reading these, took a fancy to turn shepherd and range the woods and fields singing and piping; or, what would be still worse, to turn poet, which they say is an incurable and infectious malady.
In Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra's "Don Quixote," the narrator reflects on a family member, who, after overcoming his obsession with chivalry, develops an interest in taking on a simpler lifestyle. This uncle considers becoming a shepherd, wandering through nature while singing and enjoying the pastoral life. However, there's a humorous twist to his newfound aspirations.
The narrator expresses concern that his uncle might pursue poetry instead, suggesting it is a more serious and troublesome affliction than chivalry obsession. The implication is that while trying to escape one madness, he could fall into another, even more challenging to overcome. This commentary highlights the unpredictable nature of human passions and pursuits.
