“Nor Fame I slight, nor for her favors call; She comes unlooked for, if she comes at all .”
Quote by Alexander Pope
Work
The Works: Including Several Hundred Unpublished Letters, and Other New Materials
This book is a compilation that includes a large selection of letters that have not been published before, along with other newly found materials. The collection aims to provide a deeper insight into the author's life and thoughts, offering readers a more complete understanding of their work. more
Author
Alexander Pope
Alexander Pope, an English poet, was born on May 21, 1688, and died on May 30, 1744. He is renowned for his wit, satire, and elegant poetry, with his most famous works including 'An Essay on Criticism' and 'The Moral Essays'. Pope's works have had a profound impact on literature and philosophy, both in his time and today. more
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