Act III, Sc. IV
'T is a naughty night to swim in.
Act IV, Sc. VII
Pray you now, forget and forgive.
Act IV, Sc. VI
Nature 's above art in that respect.
Act III, Sc. IV
The green mantle of the standing pool.
Act III, Sc. II
I tax not you, you elements, with unkindness.
Act IV, Sc. I
The lowest and most dejected thing of fortune.
Act III, Sc. II
Blow, winds, and crack your cheeks! rage! blow!
Act III, Sc. II
I am a man
More sinn'd against than sinning.
King Lear is one of Shakespeare's best known tragedies. The play explores a new perspective of father-daughter relationship, highlighting some harsh realities. King Lear has so many heart wrenching scenes that sometimes people find it difficult to accept the climax scene of the play. The emotional scenes in this play have melodramatic quotes. Here are some of the quotes from King Lear.
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The Comedy of ErrorsThe Merchant of VeniceThe Merry Wives of Windsor
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