“Though the Mastiffe be gentile, yet bite him not by the lippe.”
Quote by George Herbert
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George Herbert
George Herbert, a renowned English poet, was born on April 3, 1593, and died on March 1, 1633. Known for his religious poetry, Herbert's works blend personal faith with profound philosophy, exerting a profound influence on poetry in the postmodern era. more
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