Aldonza Lorenzo is a character from the classic Spanish novel, Don Quixote, written by Miguel de Cervantes. She is often referred to as Dulcinea del Toboso in the imagination of Don Quixote, who sees her as a noble lady and the object of his chivalric devotion. In reality, Aldonza is a peasant woman who works in a tavern, and her life is far from the romantic ideals that Don Quixote attributes to her. Throughout the story, Aldonza represents the contrast between reality and illusion. While Don Quixote elevates her to the status of a lady, she is grounded in the harsh realities of her life. Her character highlights themes of perception, love, and the