“It is a hard and nice subject for a man to speak of himself: it grates his own heart to say anything of disparagement, and the reader's ear to hear anything of praise from him.”
Quote by Abraham Cowley
Work
Essays and Selected Verse: With an Introd
This volume includes a selection of essays and poems, showcasing the author's intellectual depth and poetic prowess, accompanied by an introductory essay that provides context and analysis more
Author
Abraham Cowley
Abraham Cowley was a 17th-century English poet renowned for his elegant poetic style and profound literary thoughts. His works had a profound impact on the literary world of his time and are considered among the representative figures of classical poetry. more
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