“The king-becoming graces, As justice, verity, temp'rance, stableness, Bounty, perseverance, mercy, lowliness, Devotion, patience, courage, fortitude, I have no relish of them, but abound In the division of each several crime, Acting in many ways.”
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
“All surfeit is the father of much fast.”
“To loathe the taste of sweetness, whereof little more than a little is by much too much.”
“Wolves and bears, they say, casting their savagery aside, have done like offices of pity.”
“To kill, I grant, is sin's extremest gust; But, in defence, by mercy, 'tis most just.”
“Love yourself; and in that love not unconsidered leave your honor.”
“Men have marble, women waxen, minds.”