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“Love is my sin, and thy dear virtue hate, Hate of my sin, grounded on sinful loving.”

Quote by William Shakespeare

Book:Poems by William Shakespeare

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Poems by William Shakespeare

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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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