Quote by William Shakespeare

A lover goes toward his beloved as enthusiastically as a schoolboy leaving his books, but when he leaves his girlfriend, he feels as miserable as the schoolboy on his way to school. (Act 2, scene 2)

A lover goes toward his beloved as enthusiastically as a sch

Summary

This quote highlights the passionate and emotional nature of love. It suggests that when a person is in the presence of their beloved, they experience immense joy and excitement, similar to a schoolboy who happily leaves his books behind. However, when they have to part ways from their loved one, they feel immense sadness and misery, akin to a schoolboy's reluctance to go to school. This comparison underscores how love can evoke intense and contrasting emotions, emphasizing the highs and lows experienced in romantic relationships.

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