The glories of our blood and state Are shadows, not substantial things; There is no armour against fate; Death lays his icy hand on kings: Sceptre an… - James Shirley

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The glories of our blood and state
Are shadows, not substantial things;
There is no armour against fate;
Death lays his icy hand on kings:
Sceptre and Crown
Must tumble down,
And in the dust be equal made
With the poor crooked scythe and spade.

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About James Shirley

James Shirley (or Sherley) (September 1596 – October 29, 1666) was an English poet and dramatist.

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Alternative Names: James Sherley
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