In peace there's nothing so becomes a man/
As modest stillness and humility;/
But when the blast of war blows in our ears,/
Then imitate the action of the tiger:/
Stiffen the sinews, summon up the blood.

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William Shakespeare (c. 23 April 1564 – 23 April 1616) was an English playwright, poet and actor. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet and the "Bard of Avon" (or simply "the Bard")....

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