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A grievous burden was thy birth to me; Tetchy and — William Shakespeare

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I am not in the giving vein today.
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A grievous burden was thy birth to me; Tetchy and wayward was thy infancy.

IV, iv, l. 168

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William Shakespeare

1564-04-23 — 1616-04-23 · Stratford-upon-Avon

William Shakespeare is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. His vast body of work, including tragedies, comedies, histories, and sonnets, explores the complexities of human nature with unparalleled depth and linguistic richness. His plays continue to be performed and studied globally, making him a timeless figure in literature and theatre.

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