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“So our lives In acts exemplary, not only win Ourselves good names, but doth to others give Matter for virtuous deeds, by which we live.”

Quote by George Chapman

Book:The Works of George Chapman: Plays

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The Works of George Chapman: Plays

This volume includes a selection of George Chapman's dramatic works, showcasing his contributions to English Renaissance theatre. more

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George Chapman, an English dramatist and translator, was born in 1559 and died on May 12, 1634. He is renowned for his translations of Homer's 'Iliad' and 'Odyssey', which have had a profound impact on subsequent literature and academic research. more

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