“Tis ever thus when favours are denied; All had been granted but the thing we beg: And still some great unlikely substitute-- Your life, your soul, your all of earthly good-- Is proffer'd, in the room of one small boon.”
Quote by Joanna Baillie
Work
A series of plays in which it is attempted to delineate the stronger passions of the mind: each passion being the subject of a tragedy and a comedy
This book is a compilation of plays that delve into the intense emotions that shape human experiences. Each play is dedicated to a specific passion, illustrating its impact through contrasting tragic and comic narratives. more
Author
Joanna Baillie
Joanna Baillie, a prominent British Romantic poet, was born on September 11, 1762, and died on February 23, 1851. Her poetry is known for its profound psychological insights and delicate portrayal of human emotions. more
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