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Pagina 104
... present to his mind an idea of pure perfection ; nor compare his works , such as they were , with what they might be made . He knew to whom he should be opposed . He had more music than Waller , more vigour than Denham , and more nature ...
... present to his mind an idea of pure perfection ; nor compare his works , such as they were , with what they might be made . He knew to whom he should be opposed . He had more music than Waller , more vigour than Denham , and more nature ...
Pagina 107
... present state . They are sometimes convenient to the poet . Fenton was of opinion that Dryden was too liberal , and Pope too sparing , in their use . The rhymes of Dryden are commonly just , and he LIVES OF THE ENGLISH POETS 107.
... present state . They are sometimes convenient to the poet . Fenton was of opinion that Dryden was too liberal , and Pope too sparing , in their use . The rhymes of Dryden are commonly just , and he LIVES OF THE ENGLISH POETS 107.
Pagina 176
... present till something better ( which was her Majesty's intention ) could be done for him . " After this , he was permitted to present one of his annual poems to her Majesty , had the honour of kissing her hand , and met with the most ...
... present till something better ( which was her Majesty's intention ) could be done for him . " After this , he was permitted to present one of his annual poems to her Majesty , had the honour of kissing her hand , and met with the most ...
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From The Life of Abraham Cowley | 1 |
From The Life of John Milton 16081674 | 21 |
From The Life of John Dryden 16311700 | 43 |
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