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The remains of ... George Herbert

This book compiles the works of George Herbert, a renowned figure in English literature, showcasing his poetry and prose that explore themes of faith, nature, and human experience. more

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George Herbert
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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“A slender acquaintance with the world must convince every man, that actions, not words, are the true criterion of the attachment of his friends, and that the most liberal professions of good will are very far from being the surest marks of it. I should be happy that my own experience had afforded fewer examples of the little dependence to be placed upon them.”

“I am just going. Have me decently buried; and do not let my body be put into the Vault in less than three days after I am dead.... Tis well.”