Quote by William Shakespeare

He reads much;He is a great observer and he looksQuite through the deeds of men: he loves no plays,As thou dost, Antony; he hears no music;Seldom he smiles, and smiles in such a sortAs if he mock'd himself and scorn'd his spiritThat could be moved to smile at any thing.Such men as he be never at heart's easeWhiles they behold a greater than themselves,And therefore are they very dangerous.

He reads much;He is a great observer and he looksQuite throu

Summary

This quote describes a person who is highly knowledgeable and perceptive. They are portrayed as someone who reads extensively, observes deeply, and scrutinizes the actions of others. Unlike Antony, who enjoys entertainment and music, this individual rarely smiles and when they do, it appears sarcastic and mocking. The quote suggests that individuals like them are constantly discontented in the presence of those who excel them, making them potentially dangerous as they harbor a strong sense of envy and rivalry.

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Men Dangerous

By William Shakespeare

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