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Quote by Edward Young

“'T is impious in a good man to be sad.”

Quote by Edward Young

Book:The Complete Works, Poetry and Prose of the Rev. Edward Young, LL.D.: Revised and Collated with the Earliest Editions. To which is Prefixed A Life of the Author

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The Complete Works, Poetry and Prose of the Rev. Edward Young, LL.D.: Revised and Collated with the Earliest Editions. To which is Prefixed A Life of the Author

The Complete Works of Edward Young, a distinguished clergyman and scholar, is a comprehensive compilation of his poetry and prose. The book has been meticulously revised and compared with the earliest known editions of his works. Additionally, it opens with a biography that provides insight into the life and times of the author, Edward Young, LL.D. more

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Edward Young, a renowned English poet, was born on July 3, 1683, and died on April 5, 1765. His poetry, characterized by profound philosophical insights and a unique style, has had a lasting impact on literature. more

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