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“[Thine] face is not worth sunburning. William Shakespeare, Henry V” quote by William Shakespear
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“[Thine] face is not worth sunburning. William Shakespeare, Henry V”

William Shakespear

About This Quote

A face lacking merit is unworthy of even the sun’s harshness, implying superficial judgments are futile.

In simple terms: Unremarkable faces don’t merit harsh judgment

Key Takeaway

Worthless appearance → no sunburn

Themes

appearance worth judgment superficiality Shakespearean wit

Mood

ironic critical

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • literary analysis
  • theatrical direction
  • social commentary

Key Concepts

face sunburn

Practical Applications

  • teaching literature
  • writing criticism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does ‘sunburning’ symbolize here?
  • How does this line reflect Elizabethan attitudes toward beauty?
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