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Matthew Green
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Matthew Green (1696–1737) was a British poet born of Nonconformist parents.
Quotes
The Grotto (1732)
Nor bigots who but one way see,Through blinkers of authority.
Line 165.
The Spleen (1737)
To cure the mind's wrong bias, Spleen,Some recommend the bowling green;Some, hilly walks; all, exercise;Fling but a stone, the giant dies.
Line 89.
Fling but a stone, the giant dies.
Line 93.
Avarice, sphincter of the heart.
Line 697.
Thus I steer my bark, and sailOn even keel, with gentle gale.
Though pleased to see the dolphins play,I mind my compass and my way.
External links
Matthew Green (poet)
Category:Poets from England
Category:1737 deaths