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Richard Lovelace (1618-1657) was a renowned English poet of the 17th century. His poetry is known for its passionate expression and elegant language, with notable works including 'To Althea, from Prison'.

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Famous Richard Lovelace Quotes

“I could not love thee, Dear, so much, Loved I not Honour more.”

Love Poetry Strength

Book:The Lucasta Poems

Source: The Lucasta Poems

“To Lucasta, Going to the Wars Tell me not, Sweet, I am unkind, That from the nunnery Of thy chaste breast and quiet mind To war and arms I fly. True, a new mistress now I chase, The first foe in the field; And with a stronger faith embrace A sword, a horse, a shield. Yet this inconstancy is such As thou too shalt adore; I could not love thee, Dear, so much, Loved I not Honour more.”

Love Poetry Honor

Book:The Lucasta Poems

Source: The Lucasta Poems

“Stone walls do not a prison make, Nor iron bars a cage; Minds innocent and quiet take That for an hermitage; If I have freedom in my love And in my soul am free, Angels alone, that soar above, Enjoy such liberty.”

Love Freedom Prison

Book:To Althea, from Prison

Source: To Althea, from Prison

About the Author

Born: 1618
Died: 1657
Known for: Poet
Quotes: 17

Books & Sources

The Lucasta PoemsRelated source material

Dynamics of Spiritual LifeRelated source material

To Althea, from PrisonRelated source material

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