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Thomas Love Peacock, born on October 18, 1785, and died on January 23, 1866, was a prominent 19th-century British novelist and satirical writer. Known for his unique sense of humor and profound insights into social phenomena, his works have left a lasting impact on readers.

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Famous Thomas Love Peacock Quotes

“Not drunk is he who from the floor - Can rise alone and still drink more; But drunk is They, who prostrate lies, Without the power to drink or rise.”

Stills Lying Drink Drunk

Book:The misfortunes of Elphin

Source: The misfortunes of Elphin

“But though first love's impassioned blindness Has passed away in colder light, I still have thought of you with kindness, And shall do, till our last goodnight. The ever-rolling silent hours Will bring a time we shall not know, When our young days of gathering flowers Will be an hundred years ago.”

“But still my fancy wanders free Through that which might have been.”

Has Beens Stills Might Wander Fancy Might Have Been

Book:The Works of Thomas Love Peacock: Poems and plays. 1931

Source: The Works of Thomas Love Peacock: Poems and plays. 1931

About the Author

Born: October 18, 1785
Died: January 23, 1866
Known for: Novelist
Quotes: 39

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The Works of Thomas Love Peacock: Poems and plays. 1931Related source material

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The Works of Thomas Love Peacock: Including His Novels, Poems, Fugitive Pieces, Criticisms, EtcRelated source material

Four Ages of Poetry: Shelley's Defence of Poetry. Browning's Essay on Shelley. Edited by H.F.B. Brett-SmithRelated source material

Nightmare Abbey: Easyread Super Large 20pt EditionRelated source material

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