Cowper

Famous quotes containing the word cowper:

    “Variety’s the very spice of life
    That gives it all its flavour.”
    —William Cowper (1731–1800)

    “Once more I would adopt the graver style—
    A teacher should be sparing of his smile.”
    —William Cowper (1731–1800)

    “A fretful temper will divide
    The closest knot that may be tied,
    By ceaseless sharp corrosion;
    A temper passionate and fierce
    May suddenly your joys disperse
    At one immense explosion.”
    —William Cowper (1731–1800)