May I never, I say, become that abnormal, merciless animal, that deformed monstrosity - a virtuous woman.

Mary MacLane
May I never, I say, become that abnormal, merciless animal,...
May I never, I say, become that abnormal, merciless animal,...
May I never, I say, become that abnormal, merciless animal,...
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The quote above is part of the speech given by the character Lady Macbeth to her husband, King Duncan. He had just been informed that his wife has murdered his young son, Malcolm. Lady Macbeth is telling him that he needs to understand that she is not a villain, but rather a victim. She believes that she has done nothing wrong and she believes that her husband cannot judge her by normal standards. She says that he needs to understand that she is sick and insane, saying, "I have done nothing but what you bade me do."

Source: The Story Of Mary Maclane & Other Writings

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