Quote by William Shakespeare

Thus weary of the world, away she hies,And yokes her silver doves; by whose swift aidTheir mistress mounted through the empty skiesIn her light chariot quickly is convey'd;Holding their course to Paphos, where their queenMeans to immure herself and not be seen.

Thus weary of the world, away she hies,And yokes her silver

Summary

This quote illustrates a woman who is tired and disillusioned with the world around her. To escape, she chooses to use her silver doves as a means of transportation. With their help, she ascends to the sky in a light chariot and swiftly travels towards Paphos. In this secluded destination, the woman plans to lock herself away from the world and remain hidden from others, seeking solace and solitude. The quote captures her desire to retreat from society and find peace in seclusion.

Topics

Solitude Cyprus Seclusion Isolation

By William Shakespeare

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