Ben Jonson

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Ben (Benjamin) Jonson was a noted English poet, literary critic, and playwright during the late 16th and early 17th Centuries.


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Quote Left He knows not his own strength that hath not met adversity. Quote Right
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Quote Left They say Princes learn no art truly, but the art of horsemanship. The reason is, the brave beast is no flatterer. He will throw a prince as soon as his groom. Quote Right
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Quote Left When a virtuous man is raised, it brings gladness to his friends, grief to his enemies, and glory to his posterity. Quote Right
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Quote Left Be not ashamed of thy virtues honor's a good brooch to wear in a man's hat at all times. Quote Right
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Quote Left Though I am young and cannot tell Either what death or love is well,... Quote Right
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