Quote by William Shakespeare

The very substance of the ambitious is merely the shadow of a dream.

The very substance of the ambitious is merely the shadow of

Summary

This quote suggests that the desires and goals of ambitious individuals often have little substance. It implies that their ambitions are merely fleeting illusions, like shadows cast by dreams. It highlights the idea that ambition, although often seen as admirable, can sometimes be empty and lacking in true substance or meaning.

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By William Shakespeare

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