“When pain can't bless, heaven quits us in despair.”
Quote by Edward Young
Work
Extracts from Young's Night thoughts, with observations upon them
This book presents selected excerpts from Edward Young's 'Night Thoughts,' a profound and introspective work that delves into themes of human existence, sin, and redemption. The extracts provide a glimpse into the author's philosophical and religious musings, inviting readers to explore the complexities of life and the human condition. more
Author
Edward Young
Edward Young, a renowned English poet, was born on July 3, 1683, and died on April 5, 1765. His poetry, characterized by profound philosophical insights and a unique style, has had a lasting impact on literature. more
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“Oh, how portentous is prosperity! How comet-like, it threatens while it shines.”
Source: The Complaint; Or, Night-thoughts on Life, Death, & Immortality ... To which is Added, A Paraphrase on Part of the Book of Job
“Satire recoils whenever charged too high; round your own fame the fatal splinters fly.”
Source: The Poems of Edward Young ...
Source: The Works of the Author of the Night-thoughts: In Four [i.e. Five] Volumes
Source: The Complaint and Consolation; Or, Night Thoughts on Life, Death and Immortality: To which is Added, The Force of Religion
Source: The Works of the Author of The Night-thoughts
“We bleed, we tremble; we forget, we smile - The mind turns fool, before the cheek is dry”
Source: Night thoughts on life death and immortality ... to which are added the life of the author and a paraphrase on part of the Book of Job
Source: Night thoughts on life death and immortality ... to which are added the life of the author and a paraphrase on part of the Book of Job
“When men once reach their autumn, sickly joys fall off apace, as yellow leaves from trees”
Source: Imperium Pelagi, a naval lyric. Epistles to Mr. Pope, concerning the authors of the age. Sea-piece. The foreign address; or the best argument for peace. Epitaph on Lord Aubrey Beauclerk. Reflections on the public situation of the kingdom. An epistle to the right hon. Sir Robert Walpole. The old man's relapse. Resignation. Tragedies. Prose works