To these crocodile tears they will add sobs, fiery sighs, and sorrowful countenance

To these crocodile tears they will add sobs, fiery sighs, and sorrowful countenance

Robert Burton was a 17th-century English scholar and writer best known for his work "The Anatomy of Melancholy." In this seminal work, Burton delves into the complexities of human emotion, particularly focusing on the concept of melancholy. One of the key themes that Burton explores is the idea of feigned or exaggerated emotions, particularly in the context of grief and sorrow.