“The world is a thing we must of necessity either laugh at or be angry at; if we laugh at it, they say we are proud; if we are angry at it, they say we are ill-natured.”
Quote by Alexander Pope
Work
The works of Alexander Pope. With a selection of explanatory notes, and the account of his life by dr. Johnson
The book is a comprehensive compilation of Alexander Pope's poetry and prose, enriched with annotations that provide insight into the texts. It also features a detailed biography of Pope, authored by Dr. Johnson, offering readers a deeper understanding of the poet's life and work. more
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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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