“To shoot at crows is powder flung away.”
Quote by John Gay
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The Poetical Works of John Gay: With a Life of the Author
The Poetical Works of John Gay: With a Life of the Author is a compilation of the poems written by John Gay, a prominent 18th-century English poet. The book also features a detailed biography of Gay, providing insight into his life and influences on his work. more
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