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Thought For the Day: Assassination Makes Only Martyrs, Not Converts
“Assassination makes only martyrs, not converts.” – Alphonse de Lamartine
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Time Spent With the Harvard Classics: Keats – Eve of St Agnes
Born on October 31, 1795, the English Romantic poet, John Keats, was among the main poets of the Romantic Era. Initially, during his lifetime his poetry was not well received among critics. But, by the end of the 19th century, … Continue reading
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Time Spent With the Harvard Classics: Polyeucte – Pierre Corneille
The French tragedian Pierre Corneille lived from June 6, 1606 through October 1, 1684. Along with Moliere and Jean Racine, he is considered one of the three great 17th century dramatists. He had originally enjoyed the patronage of Cardinal Richelieu … Continue reading
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