“My lord, will you be true? Who, I? Alas, it is my vice, my fault: Whiles others fish with craft for great opinion, I with great truth catch mere simplicity; Whilst some with cunning gild their copper crowns, With truth and plainness I do wear mine bare. Fear not my truth: the moral of my wit Is "plain and true"; there's all the reach of it.”
William Shakespeare's play Troilus and Cressida is a tragic narrative that unfolds amidst the backdrop of the Trojan War. It delves into the complexities of love and loyalty, as well as the treachery and moral ambiguity that characterize human behavior. The story follows the romantic entanglement between Troilus, a Trojan prince, and Cressida, a Greek captive, and examines the broader implications of their relationship within the larger conflict. more
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
“You have a beautiful laugh. Like the promise of tomorrow.”
“Honesty, like any inclination, can become a ruling passion, a monomania almost.”