Top 10 William Shakespeare Quotes on Life

     William Shakespeare Quotes about Life and Love: Shakespeare 10 Most Bright, Striking and Longing Phrases. Quotes, Inspiring excerpts, Intriguing and Motivational Phrases!

Who Was William Shakespeare?

     William Shakespeare (Stratford-upon-Avon, 1564 (baptized on April 26) - Stratford-upon-Avon, April 23, 1616) was an English poet, playwright and actor, regarded as the greatest writer of the English language and the most influential playwright in the world. He is often called the national poet of England and "Bardo do Avon" (or simply The Bard, "The Bardo"). Of his works, including those in collaboration, there remain 38 pieces, 154 sonnets, two long narrative poems, and a few more sparse verses, whose authorship, however, are still disputed. His plays have been translated into all major modern languages ​​and are more staged than those of any other playwright. Many of his texts and themes are still alive today, being revisited frequently, especially in theater, television, cinema and literature.

     Shakespeare was born and raised in Stratford-upon-Avon. At 18 he married Anne Hathaway, with whom he had three children: Susanna and the twins Hamnet and Judith. Between 1585 and 1592 William began a successful career in London as an actor, writer and one of the owners of the theater company called Lord Chamberlain's Men, later known as King's Men.

Shakespeare Quotes on Life:

"We cried when we were born because we arrived at this immense demented scenario."

"It is easier to get what you want with a smile than with the tip of the sword."

"Suspicion always pursues guilty conscience; the thief sees a policeman in every shadow."

"In times of peace, man befits serenity and humility; but when war breaks out, he must act like a tiger!"

"Our doubts are traitors and make us lose what we could often win, out of simple fear of taking chances."

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William Shakespeare Quotes on Love:

"When love speaks, the voice of all the gods leaves the sky drunk with harmony."

"Everyone is capable of mastering a pain, except those who feel it."

"The men of few words are the best."

"Passion increases with the obstacles that stand in the way."

"Words are like rascals from the moment the promises dishonored them. They have become so imposing that I am loath to use them to prove that I am right."

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