Literary Adaptations How is Don Quixote’s horse depicted in adaptations? February 9, 2026 by Riding How Is Don Quixote’s Horse Depicted in Adaptations? Don Quixote’s horse, Rocinante, is a central figure in the classic novel by Miguel de Cervantes, and its depiction in various adaptations often reflects the comedic and symbolic elements of the story. In adaptations, Rocinante is frequently portrayed as a decrepit, old steed that mirrors Don Quixote’s […] Read more »