“Men have conceived a twofold use of sleep; it is a refreshing of the body in this life, and a preparing of the soul for the next.”
Quote by John Donne
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John Donne
John Donne was a renowned 17th-century English poet, known for his profound religious and philosophical reflections. His poetry style was unique, blending the elegance of the Renaissance with the passion of the Reformation. more
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