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James Shirley (or Sherley) (September 1596 – October 1666) was an English dramatist.. English dramatist

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The 100 Best English Poems of the Early 20th Century

The Evolution of English Literature

Shakespeare's Contemporaries and Successors in the Drama

Beaumont and Fletcher, English Dramatists

A History of English Literature

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Quote Left They stoop to fate, And must give up their murmuring breath, When they, pale captives, creep to death.
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Quote Left 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.
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Quote Left Cease, warring thoughts, and let his brain No more discord entertain But be smooth and calm again.
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Quote Left Only the actions of the just smell sweet and blossom in the dust.
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Quote Left Victorious men of earth, no more Proclaim how wide your empires are;...
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I wanted to say thank you for everything you've done for new poets who want to get published and ...let others see their work.

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Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace

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