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“I must confess I am a fop in my heart; ill customs influence my very senses, and I have been so used to affectation that without the help of the air of the court what is natural cannot touch me.”

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George Etherege

George Etherege, born in 1636, was a prominent English dramatist of the 17th century. His works are known for their witty dialogue and satirical social commentary. more

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