“Coy Nature, (which remain'd, though aged grown, A beauteous virgin still, enjoy'd by none, Nor seen unveil'd by anyone), When Harvey's violent passion she did see, Began to tremble and to flee; Took sanctuary, like Daphne, in a tree: There Daphne's Lover stopped, and thought it much The very leaves of her to touch: But Harvey, our Apollo, stopp'd not so; Into the Bark and Root he after her did go!”
Quote by Abraham Cowley
Work
The Works of Abraham Cowley: With a Preface, Biographical and Critical by Samuel Johnson
This volume presents a curated selection of Abraham Cowley's literary contributions, enhanced by a scholarly introduction written by Samuel Johnson. The preface offers insights into Cowley's life and literary achievements, providing a critical perspective on his work. more
Author
Abraham Cowley
Abraham Cowley was a 17th-century English poet renowned for his elegant poetic style and profound literary thoughts. His works had a profound impact on the literary world of his time and are considered among the representative figures of classical poetry. more
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