Quote by William Shakespeare

Is not birth, beauty, good shape, discourse, Manhood, learning, gentleness, virtue, youth, liberality, and such like, the spice and salt that season a man

Is not birth, beauty, good shape, discourse, Manhood, learni

Summary

This quote from Michel de Montaigne suggests that the qualities and attributes mentioned, such as birth, beauty, intelligence, character, kindness, youth, generosity, etc., are the essence that gives flavor and significance to a person's life. These aspects enhance and enrich one's identity, shaping who they are and how they are perceived by others. By highlighting the importance of these qualities, Montaigne emphasizes that they are the fundamental ingredients that make an individual unique and admirable.

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By William Shakespeare

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