Quote by William Shakespeare

Get thee glass eyes, and like a scurvy politician, seem to see the things thou dost not.

Get thee glass eyes, and like a scurvy politician, seem to s

Summary

This quote suggests that one should pretend to see things they actually don't, comparable to a deceitful politician, by using glass eyes as a metaphorical tool. It implies the act of purposefully faking ignorance or hiding truth, alluding to the dishonesty often associated with politics. The quote may be seen as a critique of politicians who manipulate reality to maintain power and deceive others. It highlights the importance of skepticism and the need to question appearances and the motives of those in positions of authority.

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