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Quote by William Cowper

“Strength may wield the ponderous spade, May turn the clod, and wheel the compost home; But elegance, chief grace the garden shows, And most attractive, is the fair result Of thought, the creature of a polished mind.”

Quote by William Cowper

Book:Poetical works

Work

This compilation includes a diverse range of poems, showcasing the author's poetic style and thematic concerns across various genres and historical periods. more

Author

William Cowper, a renowned English poet, was born on November 26, 1731, and died on April 25, 1800. Known for his lyrical and satirical poems, Cowper's works held a significant place in English literature during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. more

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