“Venus, a beautiful, good-natured lady, was the goddess of love; Juno, a terrible shrew, the goddess of marriage: and they were always mortal enemies.”
Book:Miscellaneous essays
Quote by Jonathan Swift
Work
Miscellaneous essays
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into various subjects, offering readers a broad spectrum of perspectives and insights across different fields and themes. more
Author
Jonathan Swift
Jonathan Swift, born on November 30, 1667, and died on October 19, 1745, was an Irish writer, satirist, and politician, renowned for his satirical works. more
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