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William Cowper

English poet & translator

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Books by William Cowper

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Quotes by William Cowper

Glory built on selfish principles is shame and guilt.

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Selfishness
The only true happiness comes from squandering ourselves for a purpose.

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Happiness
O Winter! ruler of the inverted year, . . . I crown thee king of intimate delights, Fireside enjoyments, home-born happiness, And all the comforts that the lowly roof Of undisturb'd Retirement, and the hours Of long uninterrupted evening, know.
Task (bk. IV, l. 120)

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