James Shirley (or Sherley) (September 1596 – October 1666) was an English dramatist.. English dramatist
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The glories of our blood and state Are shadows, not substantial things; There is no armour against fate; Death lays his icy hands on kings. Go to Quote / Comment
Only the actions of the just smell sweet and blossom in the dust. Go to Quote / Comment
They stoop to fate, And must give up their murmuring breath, When they, pale captives, creep to death. Go to Quote / Comment
The glories of our blood and state Are shadows, not substantial things;... Go to Quote / Comment
Victorious men of earth, no more Proclaim how wide your empires are;... Go to Quote / Comment