How wayward is this foolish love that, like a testy babe, will scratch…

William Shakespeare
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How wayward is this foolish love that, like a testy babe, will scratch the nurse and presently, all humble, kiss the rod. ✨ 'The Two Gentlemen Of Verona' (1592-3) act 1, sc. 2, l. 55
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How wayward is this foolish love that, like a testy babe, will scratch the nurse and presently, all humble, kiss the rod. ✨ 'The Two Gentlemen Of Verona' (1592-3) act 1, sc. 2, l. 55

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