“Tis better using France than trusting France; Let us be back'd with God, and with the seas, Which He hath given for fence impregnable, And with their helps only defend ourselves; In them, and in ourselves, our safety lies.”
Quote by William Shakespeare
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The Dramatic Works of William Shakspeare: Accurately Printed from the Text of the Corrected Copy Left by the Late George Steevens ...
This book presents a definitive edition of Shakespeare's dramatic works, utilizing the corrected text as preserved by George Steevens. It includes a wide range of Shakespeare's plays, offering readers an accurate and scholarly representation of his literary legacy. more
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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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