In Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra's "Don Quixote," the theme of adjusted perception is evident through the characters' responses to reality. The protagonist, Don Quixote, often perceives the world not as it is, but through the lens of his chivalric fantasies, leading to humorous and poignant situations. This tendency to reinterpret tears symbolizes a deeper quest for meaning and the struggle between idealism and reality.
The quote raises questions about empathy and...