William Cowper was an English poet and hymnodist. One of the most popular poets of his time, Cowper changed the direction of 18th century nature poetry by writing of everyday life and scenes of the English countryside. In many ways, he was one of the forerunners of Romantic poetry.
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To follow foolish precedents, and winkWith both our eyes, is easier than to think. Go to Quote / Comment
Low ambition and the thirst of praise. Go to Quote / Comment
I am monarch of all I survey, My right there is none to dispute on; but I wish that I could get away And go home to the village of Bruton. Go to Quote / Comment
That good diffused may more abundant grow. Go to Quote / Comment
Hence jarring sectaries may learnTheir real interest to discern;That brother should not war with brother,And worry and devour each other;But sing and shine by sweet consent,Till life's poor transient night is spent,Respecting in each other's caseThe gifts of nature and of grace. Go to Quote / Comment