Like the watermen that row one way and look another

Like the watermen that row one way and look another

The phrase "like the watermen that row one way and look another" is a powerful metaphor used by Robert Burton in his famous work, "The Anatomy of Melancholy." This phrase captures the essence of human nature and the complexities of the human mind. It speaks to the idea that people often act in one way while their true intentions or feelings lie elsewhere.