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Matthew Prior Quotes

Fantastic tyrant of the amorous heart. How hard thy yoke, how cruel thy dart. Those escape your anger who refuse your sway, and those are punished most, who most obey.
Matthew Prior

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Poet Quotes
Category:
English Poet Quotes
Date of Birth:
July 21, 1664
Date of Death:
September 18, 1721
Nationality:
English
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