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Richard III is an intense exploration of the psychology of...
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Well-known quotes from Richard III in the order in which they appear in the play. Anthony Sher as Richard III. © RSC Browse and license our images.
Richard III explores the corrupting nature of unchecked ambition and power. Richard’s manipulation, ruthlessness, and moral decay ultimately lead to his downfall. Through the key quotes and moments in the play, Shakespeare reveals the consequences of tyranny and the inevitable triumph of justice.
1. Ambition and power can lead to ruthless and immoral actions: Richard III's pursuit of power at any cost, including murder and manipulation, highlights the dangers of unchecked ambition. His willingness to betray and deceive those around him for personal gain ultimately leads to his downfall.
Read our selection of the very best quotes from Richard III, along with speaker, act and scene. The play is set across England in the run-up to the reign of King Richard III and is littered with quotes from characters that resonate in the common consciousness to this day.
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By focusing on the ability of his tongue to send his brother to death but also to save the life of a slave, King Edward IV emphasizes how even the powerful words of the king are unable to restore justice in England’s corrupt political system.