“What so pure, which envious tongues will spare? Some wicked wits have libell'd all the fair, With matchless impudence they style a wife, The dear-bought curse, and lawful plague of life; A bosom serpent, a domestic evil, A night invasion, and a mid-day devil; Let not the wise these sland'rous words regard, But curse the bones of ev'ry living bard.”
Quote by Alexander Pope
Work
The Poetical Works of A. Pope, Esq: With an Account of the Life and Writings of the Author
The Poetical Works of A. Pope, Esq includes a comprehensive selection of Alexander Pope's poems, showcasing his wit and philosophical musings. The volume also provides insights into the author's life and the context of his writings. 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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