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“The bird That glads the night had cheer'd the listening groves with sweet complainings.”

Quote by William Somervile

Book:The Selector. Containing the Poetical Works of Gray, Goldsmith, Falconer & Sommerville: The chase, a poem. By William Somervile, esq. with a sketch of his life

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The Selector. Containing the Poetical Works of Gray, Goldsmith, Falconer & Sommerville: The chase, a poem. By William Somervile, esq. with a sketch of his life

This book is a compilation of poems from various poets, including notable works by Thomas Gray, Oliver Goldsmith, William Falconer, and William Somervile. It includes Somervile's poem 'The chase'. The volume also features a biographical sketch of Somervile, providing insight into his life and work. more

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William Somervile

William Somervile, a renowned English poet, was born on September 2, 1675, and died on July 19, 1742. His poetry was well-received during his time, particularly known for his pastoral and religious poems. more

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