James Shirley quotes

Only the actions of the just Smell sweet and blossom in the dust. (James Shirley)
The honour is overpaid, When he that did the act is commentator. View quote
James Shirley
Death calls ye to the crowd of common men. View quote
James Shirley
The glories of our blood and state Are shadows, not substantial things; There is no armour against fate; Death lays his icy hand on kings: Sceptre and Crown Must tumble down, And in the dust be equal made With the poor crooked scythe and spade. View quote
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Devouring Famine, Plague, and War, Each able to undo mankind, Death's servile emissaries are; Nor to these alone confined, He hath at will More quaint and subtle ways to kill; A smile or kiss, as he will use the art, Shall have the cunning skill to break a heart. View quote
James Shirley
There is no armor against fate. View quote
James Shirley

James Shirley

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Occupation: English Dramatist
Born: 1596
Died: 1666
Quotes count: 6
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