“We are not ourselves When nature, being oppressed, commands the mind To suffer with the body.”
Quote by William Shakespeare
Work
The Mind of Shakspeare as Exhibited in His Works
This book delves into the mental and intellectual world of William Shakespeare, analyzing his works to uncover insights into his thought processes and worldview. more
Author
William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare (1564 - April 23, 1616) was one of the greatest poets of the English Renaissance, renowned for his dramatic works. His plays spanned a variety of genres, including tragedy, comedy, and history, and have had a profound impact on literature worldwide. more
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“Great men may jest with saints; 'tis wit in them; But, in the less foul profanation.”
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“There's never a villain dwelling in all Denmark But he's an arrant knave.”
“How often I found where I should be going only by setting out for somewhere else.”
“Knavery's plain face is never seen till used.”
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