WILLMORE: Nay, if we part so, let me die like a Bird upon…
![“WILLMORE: Nay, if we part so, let me die like a Bird upon a Bough, at the Sheriff's Charge. By Heaven, both the Indies shall not buy thee from me. I adore thy Humour and will marry thee, and we are so of one Humour, it must be a Bargain - give me thy Hand - [Kisses her hand.] And now let the blind…” quote by Aphra Behn](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/ff1/aphra-behn-11870_humor_willmore-nay-if-we-part-so-let-me-die-li_1582247.jpg)
““WILLMORE: Nay, if we part so, let me die like a Bird upon a Bough, at the Sheriff's Charge. By Heaven, both the Indies shall not buy thee from me. I adore thy Humour and will marry thee, and we are so of one Humour, it must be a Bargain - give me thy Hand - [Kisses her hand.] And now let the blind ones (Love and Fortune) do their worst.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Love and fate intertwine, urging bold commitment despite societal constraints.
In simple terms: Love demands daring sacrifice.
Key Takeaway
Pursue love boldly, even against odds.
Themes
love
fate
rebellion
Mood
dramatic
passionate
Type
literary
theatrical
When to use this quote
- courtship
- defying expectations
- personal sacrifice
- political intrigue
Key Concepts
Romantic idealism
social norms
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks have you taken for love?
- How do you reconcile personal desire with duty?
A Different Perspective
Societal pressures may limit freedom of choice.