Thus, though we cannot make our sun Stand still, yet we will make him run. - Andrew Marvell

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Thus, though we cannot make our sun
Stand still, yet we will make him run.

carpe-diem poetry
English
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About Andrew Marvell

Andrew Marvell (March 31, 1621 – August 16, 1678) was an English metaphysical poet, and the son of an Anglican clergyman. As a metaphysical, he is associated with John Donne and George Herbert. He was the first assistant of John Milton.

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Also Known As: British Aristides
Alternative Names: Andrew Marvel
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