Edward Young, Night Thoughts (1742-1745), Night III.
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To climb life's worn, heavy wheel Which draws up nothing new.

— Edward Young on Foolishness

What It Means

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Edward Young

About Edward Young

Edward Young (c. 3 July 1683 – April 5, 1765) was an English poet, best remembered for Night-Thoughts.