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Quote by William Shakespeare

“That you were once unkind befriends me now, And for that sorrow, which I then did feel, Needs must I under my transgression bow, Unless my nerves were brass or hammered steel.”

Quote by William Shakespeare

Book:Arden Shakespeare Complete Works

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Arden Shakespeare Complete Works

This volume contains all of Shakespeare's known works, meticulously edited and annotated, offering readers a comprehensive view of the Bard's literary output. It includes his most famous plays such as 'Hamlet', 'Romeo and Juliet', and 'Macbeth', as well as his poetry and sonnets. The Arden Shakespeare series is renowned for its scholarly approach and detailed commentary, making it a valuable resource for both students and scholars of Shakespearean literature. 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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