Sir, he hath not fed of the dainties that are bred in a book; He hath not eat paper, as it were; he hath not drunk ink; his intellect is not replenished; he is only an animal, only sensible in the duller parts... (Act IV, Scene II)

Summary

In this quote, a character is criticizing someone for their lack of education and lack of intellect due to their limited exposure to books and knowledge. The speaker emphasizes that the person has not indulged in the rich and nourishing ideas within books, suggesting that they have not expanded their intellect or developed a deep understanding of the world. By comparing them to an animal and asserting that they are only perceptive in mundane matters, the speaker highlights the importance of intellectual growth through reading and education.

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