Our hap is loss, our hope but sad despair, our ranks are broke and ruin follows us

Our hap is loss, our hope but sad despair, our ranks are broke and ruin follows us

The quote "Our hap is loss, our hope but sad despair, our ranks are broke and ruin follows us" perfectly encapsulates the themes of tragedy and despair that are prevalent in many of William Shakespeare's works. Throughout his plays, Shakespeare often explores the idea of loss, hopelessness, and the inevitable downfall of characters and societies.