Quote by William Shakespeare

Viola to Duke Orsino: 'I'll do my best To woo your lady.'[Aside.] 'Yet, a barful strife! Whoe'er I woo, myself would be his wife.

Viola to Duke Orsino: 'I'll do my best To woo your lady.'[As

Summary

In this quote from Shakespeare's play Twelfth Night, Viola expresses her commitment to help Duke Orsino win the affections of his desired lady. However, she adds an aside, highlighting the internal conflict she experiences. Despite her dedication, Viola secretly wishes to be the one wooed, recognizing the complexity of her own emotions. This quote embodies Viola's struggle as she is disguising herself as a man while falling in love with Orsino, creating a dilemma that adds depth to the play's themes of love, identity, and self-discovery.

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Romance Angst Twelfth Night

By William Shakespeare

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