Quote by William Shakespeare

Ay me! for aught that ever I could read, could ever hear by tale or history, the course of true love never did run smooth.

Ay me! for aught that ever I could read, could ever hear by

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This quote by Shakespeare, from his play "A Midsummer Night's Dream," highlights the idea that true love is often filled with obstacles and difficulties. No matter how much one might hope for a smooth and easy path, experience and stories have shown that love is often a complex journey. Shakespeare suggests that struggles and challenges are an inherent part of love, emphasizing the universal nature of this theme throughout time and history.

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