William Shakespeare Quote

William Shakespeare

"In my stars I am above thee, but be not afraid of greatness. Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon 'em." William Shakespeare
The complete works of William Shakespeare: Volume 5, (1881) pg. 185 Spoken by the character Malvolio in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Malvolio himself has been described as Puritan, and hating things of fun and pleasure. Throughout the play he is the target of abuse by the other characters. Add Category or Author

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