I am a bastard, too. I love bastards! I am bastard begot, bastard instructed, bastard in mind, bastard in valor, in everything illegitimate.
In Shakespeare's "Troilus and Cressida," the speaker embraces the concept of being a 'bastard,' reflecting a deep-seated connection to themes of illegitimacy and complexity of identity. The assertion of love for 'bastards' suggests a celebration of those marginalized or deemed illegitimate in society. The speaker's recognition of their own status as a bastard indicates an acceptance of flawed or unconventional traits, embodying a sense of pride and solidarity with others who...
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