Alexander Pope

Isn't it inspiring to know that though Alexander Pope was almost entirely self taught, he turned out to be one of the most famous literary lights of the 18th century. This page contains Alexander Pope quotes that will show you the range and richness of this great writer. If you want me to include your favorite Alexander Pope quotes on this site, please fill out the quotation suggestion form.

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These riches are possess’d, but not enjoy’d!

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Who dies in youth and vigour, dies the best.

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A gen’rous heart repairs a sland’rous tongue.

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And unextinguish’d laughter shakes the skies.

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For fools rush in where angels fear to tread.

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Impatient straight to flesh his virgin sword.

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And love the offender, yet detest the offence.

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He serves me most who serves his country best.

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Two friends, two bodies with one soul inspir’d.

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Authors, like coins, grow dear as they grow old.