Quote by William Shakespeare

Life's but a walking shadow, a poor player, that struts and frets his hour upon the stage, and then is heard no more; it is a tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing.

Life's but a walking shadow, a poor player, that struts and

Summary

This quote, from William Shakespeare's play Macbeth, reflects on the fleeting and meaningless nature of life. It metaphorically compares life to a shadowy figure on a stage, emphasizing its transient nature and insignificance. The phrase "struts and frets his hour upon the stage" emphasizes the brevity of life, while the description "a tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing" suggests that life is ultimately filled with meaningless noise and chaos. Overall, the quote emphasizes the existentialist idea that life is ultimately purposeless and temporary.

By William Shakespeare

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