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“In hours of bliss we oft have met: They could not always last; And though the present I regret, I'm grateful for the past.”

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William Congreve
William Congreve

William Congreve, born on January 24, 1670, and died on January 19, 1729, was a renowned English playwright. His works are known for their witty dialogue and complex emotional descriptions, making him one of the most representative figures of English drama in the 18th century. more

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