You base man you,-how can you look me in the face after what hath passed between us?-See here, perfidious wretch, how I am forc'd to bear about the load of infamy you have laid upon me- -O Macheath! thou hast robb'd me of my quiet-to see thee tortur'd would give me pleasure.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A woman confronts a man for ruining her reputation and wishes him pain.
- In plain terms
- She is angry he harmed her and wants him tortured.
- What can you take from it?
- Reputation damage causes deep pain and anger.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do people handle shame?
- Is revenge a reaction to loss?
Another view
Emotion is intense and specific to drama.
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