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Quote by John Dryden

“Present joys are more to flesh and blood Than a dull prospect of a distant good.”

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John Dryden, born on August 9, 1631, and died on May 12, 1700, was a prominent English poet and dramatist of the 17th century. His works have had a profound impact on English literature, particularly in the field of drama, and he is considered one of the founders of English drama. more

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