Quote by William Shakespeare

Yond Cassius has a lean and hungry look. He thinks too much; such men are dangerous.

Yond Cassius has a lean and hungry look. He thinks too much;

Summary

This quote from Shakespeare's play Julius Caesar is spoken by Caesar remarking upon Cassius' appearance. The remark suggests that Cassius appears cunning and ambitious, always strategizing and plotting. The phrase "lean and hungry look" implies that Cassius is constantly pondering and calculating his next move, making him a potential threat. Caesar's warning characterizes overly thoughtful individuals as dangerous since their excessive contemplation and scheming can lead to treacherous actions.

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