A fool, a fool! I met a fool i' th' forest, A motley fool!…
“A fool, a fool! I met a fool i' th' forest, A motley fool! a miserable world! As I do live by food, I met a fool Who laid him down and basked him in the sun And railed on Lady Fortune in good terms, In good set terms, and yet a motley fool.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker mocks the folly of those who indulge in idle pleasures while ignoring harsher realities.
In simple terms: Mocking fools who waste time in comfort.
Recognize and avoid superficial complacency.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political satire
- personal reflection
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does "motley fool" reveal about society?
- How does fortune influence behavior?
The satire may oversimplify complex social conditions.