Love is merely a madness
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Love is merely a madness,
and I tell you deserves as well a dark house
and a whip as madmen do.
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Meaning
This quote means some versions of love can overwhelm reason; the speaker calls it harmful, chaotic obsession.
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William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare was an English playwright, poet, and actor, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language. His quotes often reflect human nature, love, and wisdom. Shakespeare inspires writers, performers, and audiences to explore storytelling, emotion, and the timeless complexities of human behavior and society.
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