William Cowper (1731-1800)
William Cowper (26 November 1731 – 25 April 1800) was an English poet and hymnodist.
Quotes·Quotations by William Cowper
Winter
¶ O Winter! ruler of the inverted year, ... I crown thee king of intimate delights, Fireside enjoyments, home-born happiness, And all the comforts that the lowly roof Of undisturb'd Retirement, and the hours Of long uninterrupted evening, know.
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