“I was not born for courts and great affairs, but I pay my debts, believe and say my prayers.”
Quote by Alexander Pope
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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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