Matthew Prior Quotes


From ignorance our comfort flows.


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Matthew Prior, 1664–1721, English Diplomat & Poet, Quoted by Wikiquote article on William Davenant

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Matthew Prior
Matthew Prior
  • Born: July 21, 1664
  • Died: September 18, 1721
  • Nationality: English
  • Profession: Poet

Matthew Prior was an English poet and diplomat. He is also known as a contributor to The Examiner.