“A brave man thinks no one his superior who does him an injury, for he has it then in his power to make himself superior to the other by forgiving it.”
Quote by Alexander Pope
Work
The Works of Alexander Pope, Esq., with Notes and Illustrations, by Himself and Others. To which are Added, a New Life of the Author, an Estimate of His Poetical Character and Writings, and Occasional Remarks by William Roscoe, Esq
This book is a compilation of Alexander Pope's literary works, accompanied by his own annotations and illustrative notes. It includes a detailed biography of the author, an analysis of his poetic style and contributions, and supplementary remarks by William Roscoe. The collection aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of Pope's literary legacy. 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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