Food Quote by William Shakespeare
“Two starving men cannot be twice as hungry as one; but two rascals can be ten times as vicious as one.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 2, Scene 2, 1611
Two people can be more vicious together than alone, despite shared hunger.
In simple terms: Collaboration can amplify cruelty.
Key Takeaway
Beware alliances that increase harm.
Themes
power
human nature
collaboration
Mood
cautionary
dramatic
philosophical
Type
literary
theatrical
When to use this quote
- political coalitions
- gangs
- corporate mergers
- team projects
Key Concepts
malice
group dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- When does teamwork become destructive?
- How can we prevent collective cruelty?
A Different Perspective
Not all partnerships are beneficial.
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