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“Words may be counterfeit, false coined, and current only from the tongue, without the mind; but passion is in the soul, and always speaks the heart.”

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Thomas Southerne
Thomas Southerne

Thomas Southerne, a renowned British dramatist, was born in 1660 and died on May 22, 1746. Known for his dramatic works, Southerne's style was deeply influenced by classicalism and had a profound impact on the development of drama. more

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