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Quote by Walter Raleigh

“Divine is Love and scorneth worldly pelf, And can be bought with nothing but with self.”

Quote by Walter Raleigh

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Miscellaneous works

This compilation encompasses a diverse range of literary works, showcasing the creativity and versatility of various authors across various genres and styles. more

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Walter Raleigh was an English writer, explorer, soldier, and politician. He is renowned for his poetry, such as 'The Nymph's Reply to the Shepherd', and his involvement in the establishment of the Roanoke Colony in North America. Raleigh served as a courtier to Elizabeth I and later became a favorite of King James I. more

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