Angle Quote by William Shakespeare
“Give me mine angle, we'll to th' river: there, My music playing far off, I will betray Tawny-finned fishes. My bended hook shall pierce Their slimy jaws; and as I draw them up, I'll think them every one an Antony, And say, 'Ah, ha! are caught!'”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 2, Scene 2
A fisherman boasts about catching fish, likening each to a famed hero, showing pride in his skill.
In simple terms: Proud fisherman compares catches to heroes.
Key Takeaway
Celebrate skill, but stay humble.
Themes
pride
skill
nature
mythology
Mood
playful
confident
Type
literary
dramatic
When to use this quote
- fishing competition
- storytelling
- personal achievement
Key Concepts
hubris
heroic metaphor
fishing
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ever compare small successes to great legends?
- How does pride affect your actions?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence can blind one to consequences.
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