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“Time stoops to no man's lure.”

Quote by Algernon Charles Swinburne

Book:Laus Veneris, and other poems and ballads. [Orig. publ. as Poems and ballads]. Author's ed

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Laus Veneris, and other poems and ballads. [Orig. publ. as Poems and ballads]. Author's ed

This book is a compilation of various poems and ballads, showcasing the author's literary style and thematic content. The original publication was titled 'Poems and ballads', and this edition is an author's edited version. more

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Algernon Charles Swinburne

A renowned Victorian poet known for his ornate style and romantic sentiments. Swinburne's works cover a wide range of themes including love, nature, and religion, and have had a profound impact on subsequent poets. more

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