But little virtue hath the tardy gift. - Francesco Berni

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But little virtue hath the tardy gift.

Francesco Berni

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Francesco Berni (ca. 1497 – May 26, 1536) was an Italian poet credited for beginning what is now known as "Bernesque poetry", a serio-comedic type of poetry with elements of satire.

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Alternative Names: Francesco Bernia • Franciscus Bernius • Francesco Berna • Francesco Bino

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Che poco grato e 'l don chi tardi viene.

Chi ruba un corno, un cavallo, un anello,
E simil cose, ha qualche discrezione,
potrebbe chiarnarsi ladroncello;
Ma quel che ruba la riputazione,
E de l'altrui fatiche si fa bello,
Si puo chiamare assassino e ladrone.

Un re, se vuole il suo debito fare,
Non e re veramente, ma fattore
Del popol che gli e dato a governare.

But little virtue hath the tardy gift. - Francesco Berni

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