“The color of the king doth come and go, Between his purpose and his conscience, Like heralds 'twixt two dreadful battles set: His passion is so ripe, it needs must break.”
Book:Macbeth. King John
Quote by William Shakespeare
Work
Macbeth. King John
This volume features two of William Shakespeare's renowned works. Macbeth explores the themes of ambition and guilt through the tale of a Scottish nobleman who becomes a king through murder. King John, on the other hand, delves into the political intrigue and moral dilemmas surrounding the reign of King John of England. 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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“Call me what instrument you will, though you can fret me, you cannot play upon me.”