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Quote by Nicholas Breton

“To rise with the lark, and go to bed with the lamb.”

Quote by Nicholas Breton

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Nicholas Breton

Nicholas Breton (1545-1626) was an influential English poet during the Renaissance period. His diverse poetry covered themes such as love, nature, and religion, and had a profound impact on the development of English poetry. more

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