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“Stillborn silence! thou that art Flood-gate of the deeper heart!”

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Richard Flecknoe

Richard Flecknoe (1600-1678) was a prominent English dramatist known for his satirical and humorous style. His works, including 'The Victory of Love' and 'The Miseries of Marriage', have had a significant impact on the development of comedy in subsequent centuries. more

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