Timon of Athens
Shakespeare wrote his most bitter play — a wealthy man who gives everything away, discovers his friends are worthless, and retreats into misanthropic rage.
“Gold? Yellow, glittering, precious gold? This yellow slave will knit and break religions, bless the accursed.”
Why It Matters
Shakespeare wrote his most bitter play — a wealthy man who gives everything away, discovers his friends are worthless, and retreats into misanthropic rage. It is an unfinished, uneven work, but its portrait of generosity exploited and trust betrayed has a raw power that the polished plays lack. The role has attracted actors looking for something darker than Lear.
The 
Take
Personal reviewNot sure why this one gets so much hate. Love the idea of someone losing faith in humanity after having a zest for life. Also some great poetic verses
Notable Quotes
“We have seen better days.”
“Men shut their doors against a setting sun.”