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John Donne

Kingdom of EnglandMetaphysical poetry, early 17th centuryEnglish

John Donne (1571/1572 – 1631) was an English poet, scholar, and cleric in the Church of England. Known for his metaphysical poetry, Donne's works are characterized by their metaphorical and sensual style. He served as Dean of St Paul's Cathedral and is famous for his mastery of metaphysical conceits.

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Here take my picture; though I bid farewell

Elegy V: His Picture

John Donne

EnglishKingdom of England

English
Aug 23, 2026
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Busy old fool, unruly sun,

Busy old fool, unruly sun,

John Donne

EnglishKingdom of England

English
May 20, 2026
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Busy old fool, unruly Sun,

Busy old fool, unruly Sun,

John Donne

EnglishKingdom of England

English
May 18, 2026
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Death, be not proud, though some have called thee Might and dreadful, for thou art not so; For those whom thou think'st thou dost overthrow Die not, poor Death, not yet canst thou kill me. From rest and sleep, which but they pictures be, Much pleasure; then from thee much more must fl0w, And soonest our best men with t

Death, be not proud, though some have called thee Might and dreadful, for thou art not so; For those whom thou think'st

John Donne

EnglishKingdom of England

English
Apr 24, 2026
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Busy old fool, unruly sun,

Busy old fool, unruly sun,

John Donne

EnglishKingdom of England

English
Apr 4, 2026
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No man is an island,

No man is an island,

John Donne

EnglishKingdom of England

English
Feb 23, 2026
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