“To Lucasta, Going to the Wars Tell me not, Sweet, I am unkind, That from the nunnery Of thy chaste breast and quiet mind To war and arms I fly. True, a new mistress now I chase, The first foe in the field; And with a stronger faith embrace A sword, a horse, a shield. Yet this inconstancy is such As thou too shalt adore; I could not love thee, Dear, so much, Loved I not Honour more.”
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Richard Lovelace (1618-1657) was a renowned English poet of the 17th century. His poetry is known for its passionate expression and elegant language, with notable works including 'To Althea, from Prison'. more
“A cruel man cannot change another man's destiny.”
“The flow of life, Depends not upon the straw, But the wind that carries it.”
“The army of men that will come for us will be our sustenance.”