“It is a very good world to live in, To lend or to spend, or to live in; but to beg or to borrow, or to get a man's own, It is the very worst world that ever was known.”
Quote by John Wilmot
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John Wilmot
John Wilmot, born on April 1, 1647, and died on July 26, 1680, was a renowned poet in 17th-century England. His poetry, known for its bold themes and unique style, is considered one of the most controversial figures in English literary history. more
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