The devil take order! I'll to the throng: Let life be short, else shame will be too long.
— William Shakespeare Early Modern

Greatest playwright in English

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Context

From 'Henry V', embracing recklessness.

Date / Period

1599

Category

Controversial

Source

https://www.folger.edu/explore/shakespeares-works/henry-v/read/

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