“If the faults of men in orders are only to be judged among themselves, they are all in some sort parties; for, since they say the honour of their order is concerned in every member of it, how can we be sure that they will be impartial judges?”
Quote by John Dryden
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The fables, ornamented with engravings, (by) Lady Diana Beauclerc
This book features a selection of fables accompanied by detailed engravings created by Lady Diana Beauclerc. more
Author
John Dryden
John Dryden, born on August 9, 1631, and died on May 12, 1700, was a prominent English poet and dramatist of the 17th century. His works have had a profound impact on English literature, particularly in the field of drama, and he is considered one of the founders of English drama. more
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