. English poet and diplomat
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In argument similes are like songs in love; they describe much, but prove nothing. Go to Quote / Comment
They always talk who never think, and who have the least to say. Go to Quote / Comment
A diff'rent cause, says Parson Sly, The same effect may give: Poor Lubin fears, that he shall die; His wife, that he may live. Go to Quote / Comment
Who walks the fastest, but walks astray, is only furthest from his way. Go to Quote / Comment
But Thou that know'st Love above Intrest or lust Strew the Myrtle and Rose on this once belov'd Dust... Go to Quote / Comment