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“For what I have publish'd, I can only hope to be pardon'd; but for what I have burned, I deserve to be prais'd.”

Quote by Alexander Pope

Work

This book is a compilation of various poems, showcasing a range of themes and styles. more

Author

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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