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“Good; and what of him? ALEXANDER They say he is a very man per se, And stands alone. CRESSIDA So do all men, unless they are drunk, sick, or have no legs.” quote by William Shakespeare
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““Good; and what of him? ALEXANDER They say he is a very man per se, And stands alone. CRESSIDA So do all men, unless they are drunk, sick, or have no legs.””

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A character questions the value of a man’s worth, noting that only those free from flaws are truly singular.

In simple terms: Only flawless people stand apart.

Key Takeaway

Accept imperfections as part of humanity.

Themes

human nature flaws individuality philosophy

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • self‑assessment
  • relationship dynamics
  • ethical debates

Key Concepts

existentialism self‑acceptance social critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines a “good” person?
  • Can flaws be strengths?
A Different Perspective

Perfection is unattainable; value lies in authenticity.

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