“Hast thou not learnd what thou art often told, A truth still sacred, and believed of old, That no success attends on spears and swords Unblest, and that the battle is the Lords?”
Quote by William Cowper
Work
Table talk, Truth, Expostulation, Hope, Charity, and other poems
This volume encompasses a range of poetic expressions that delve into the complexities of human emotions and societal values. more
Author
William Cowper
William Cowper, a renowned English poet, was born on November 26, 1731, and died on April 25, 1800. Known for his lyrical and satirical poems, Cowper's works held a significant place in English literature during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. more
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