This book offers a selection of writings by 18th-century English poet Matthew Prior. The poems range in form and subject, from witty explorations of love and desire to somber reflections on life and loss. Prior, a skilled craftsman and master of language, deftly employs satire and humor to expose the absurdities of human behavior while also capturing the complexities of the human condition. Through its exploration of universal themes and its vivid portrayal of the human experience, this collection of Prior's verse provides a captivating glimpse into the social and literary landscape of 18th-century England.

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