Edward Dyer quotes

Sir Edward Dyer was an English courtier and poet associated with the Elizabethan era. His literary contributions include lyrical poems and philosophical works that were widely respected by his contemporaries. He was also involved in political life at Queen Elizabeth I's court. Here are 8 of his quotes:

My mind to me a kingdom is, such present joys therein I find, that it excels all other bliss. (Edward Dyer)

Some have too much, yet still do crave; I little have, and seek no more. They are but poor, though much they have, And I am rich with little store.

Edward Dyer

And love is love, in beggars and in kings.

Edward Dyer

If nice guys finish last, then great guys come in right after them.

Edward Dyer

True hearts have eyes and ears, no tongues to speak; they hear and see, and sigh, and then they break.

Edward Dyer

My Minde to Me a Kindome Is; Such present joys therein I find, That it excels all other bliss That earth affords or grows by kind: Though much I want which most would have, Yet still my mind forbids to crave.

Edward Dyer

My mind to me an empire is,While grace affordeth health.

Edward Dyer

Some have too much, yet still do crave; I little have, and seek no more: They are but poor, though much they have, And I am rich with little store: They poor, I rich; they beg, I give; They lack, I have; they pine, I live.

Edward Dyer

Edward Dyer

Occupation: English Poet
Born: 1543
Died: 1607
Quotes count: 8
Wikipedia: Edward Dyer

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