Did not Jupiter transforme himselfe into the shape of Amphi… - John Lyly

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Did not Jupiter transforme himselfe into the shape of Amphitrio to embrace Alcmæna; into the form of a swan to enjoy Leda; into a Bull to beguile Io; into a showre of gold to win Danae?

John Lyly

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John Lyly (Lilly or Lylie) (c. 1553 – 1606) was an English writer, best known for his Euphues (1579).

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Alternative Names: John Lylie • John Lylly • John Lilly • John Lily

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