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Richard Gifford
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Richard Gifford (1725 – 1807), poet, was educated at Oxford University, and the author of the poem, Contemplation. He also wrote theological and controversial works as well.
Quotes
Verse sweetens toil, however rude the sound;She feels no biting pang the while she sings;Nor, as she turns the giddy wheel around,Revolves the sad vicissitudes of things.
Contemplation. Compare: "The sad vicissitude of things", Laurence Sterne, Sermon xvi.
External links
Category:Poets from England
Category:1807 deaths
Category:University of Oxford alumni