Sir William Lovelace

Famous quotes containing the words sir william, sir, william and/or lovelace:

    When the enterprising burglar isn’t burgling,
    When the cut-throat isn’t occupied in crime,
    He loves to hear the little brook a-gurgling,
    And listen to the merry village chime.
    Sir William Schwenck Gilbert (1836–1911)

    This is no Sir Galahad who lives from afar. This is a two- legged boa constrictor.
    John Lee Mahin (1902–1984)

    Bless your heart, they don’t mind—they’re exceedingly
    kind—
    They don’t blame you—as long as you’re funny!
    —Sir William Schwenck Gilbert (1836–1911)

    Yet this inconstancy is such
    As you too shall adore;
    I could not love thee, dear, so much,
    Loved I not honor more.
    —Richard Lovelace (1618–1658)