“good Hobbinoll, what garres thee greete? What! hath some wolfe thy tender lambes ytorne? Or is thy bagpype broke, that soundes so sweete? Or art thou of thy loved lasse forlorne?”
Quote by Edmund Spenser
Work
The Works of Edmund Spenser: With Observations of His Life and Writings
The Works of Edmund Spenser: With Observations of His Life and Writings is a comprehensive compilation of Spenser's poetry and prose, featuring his most renowned works such as 'The Faerie Queene' and 'The Shepheardes Calender'. The volume also includes insights into Spenser's personal life and the historical context of his writing. more
Author
Edmund Spenser
Edmund Spenser, a renowned English poet, was born in England in 1552. His poetry has had a profound impact on literature, with his epic poem 'The Faerie Queene' being hailed as a classic of English literature. more
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