Monologue

Arthur Monologue from King John

From King John by William Shakespeare

male · anguished · 55 sec

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Mercy on me! Methinks nobody should be sad but I. Yet, I remember, when I was in France, Young gentlemen would be as sad as night, Only for wantonness. By my christendom, So I were out of prison, and kept sheep, I should be as merry as the day is long; And so I would be here, but that I doubt My uncle practises more harm to me. He is afraid of me, and I of him. Is it my fault that I was Geoffrey’s son? No, indeed, is’t not; and I would to heaven I were your son, so you would love me, Hubert.

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Arthur expresses his sorrow and fear while reflecting on his imprisonment and his relationship with his uncle, revealing his longing for love and acceptance.

teens · sadness · family · identity · fear · isolation

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