This only grant me, that my means may lie Too low · Abraham Cowley

Well then; I now do plainly see This busy world an

This only grant me, that my means may lie Too low for envy, for contempt too high.

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Abraham Cowley

1618-01-01 — 1667-07-28 · Cidade de Londres

Abraham Cowley was an influential English poet and essayist of the Baroque period, known for his exuberant style and his exploration of philosophical and moral themes. His poetic works frequently employ complex metaphors and allegories, reflecting the taste of the era for elaboration and ingenuity. As an essayist, Cowley addressed a variety of subjects, from nature and society to the human condition, with a prose that combines erudition and insight.