Quote by William Shakespeare

Let me have men about me that are fat, sleek-headed men and such as sleep a-nights. Yon Cassius has a lean and hungry look. He thinks too much. Such men are dangerous.

Let me have men about me that are fat, sleek-headed men and

Summary

In this quote by Julius Caesar from the play by William Shakespeare, Caesar expresses his preference for men who are content, well-fed, and carefree. He perceives Cassius as someone with a lean and hungry appearance, suggesting that he is always contemplating and analyzing. According to Caesar, such individuals who overly think and scrutinize are considered dangerous, as their thoughts and ambitions may lead them to act against the status quo or challenge his authority. Caesar's fear lies in the unpredictability and potential threat posed by men like Cassius.

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Diets And Dieting

By William Shakespeare

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