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Poet

William Somervile, a renowned English poet, was born on September 2, 1675, and died on July 19, 1742. His poetry was well-received during his time, particularly known for his pastoral and religious poems.

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All Men Aliens Bird Bleeding Blushing Cheer Complaining Dawn Depends Dies Dumb Ears Earth Fall Fallen Fame Foe Fortune Gems Gentle

Famous William Somervile Quotes

“Fortune is like a widow won,And truckles to the bold alone.”

Fortune Widows

Book:The poetical works of William Somervile, with the life of the author. Cooke's ed

Source: The poetical works of William Somervile, with the life of the author. Cooke's ed

About the Author

Born: September 2, 1675
Died: July 19, 1742
Known for: Poet
Quotes: 6

Books & Sources

The poetical works of William Somervile, with the life of the author. Cooke's edRelated source material

The Selector. Containing the Poetical Works of Gray, Goldsmith, Falconer & Sommerville: The chase, a poem. By William Somervile, esq. with a sketch of his lifeRelated source material

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