Edward Young, Night Thoughts (1742-1745), Night IV, line 10
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The knell, the shroud, the mattock and the grave, The deep, damp vault, the darkness, and the worm.
— Edward Young on Death
What It Means
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About Edward Young
Edward Young (c. 3 July 1683 – April 5, 1765) was an English poet, best remembered for Night-Thoughts.
About Edward Young
Edward Young (c. 3 July 1683 – April 5, 1765) was an English poet, best remembered for Night-Thoughts.
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