I had rather be a toad, and live upon the vapor of a dungeon than keep…

William Shakespeare
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I had rather be a toad, and live upon the vapor of a dungeon than keep a corner in the thing I love for others uses. ✨ 'Othello' (1602-4) act 3, sc. 3, l. 260
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