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Past and to come, seems best things present, worse.
William Shakespeare
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William Shakespeare
Age: 51 †
Born: 1564
Born: April 26
Died: 1616
Died: April 23
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Stratford-upon-Avon
Warwickshire
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William Shakspere
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Company, villainous company, hath been the spoil of me.
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The benediction of these covering heavens Fall on their heads like dew, for they are worthy To inlay heaven with stars.
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Many dream not to find, neither deserve, and yet are steeped in favors.
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Tis in my memory lock'd, And you yourself shall keep the key of it.
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