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John Gay

John Gay (1685 - 1732 )

English poet
  • "By outward show let's not be cheated;
    An ass should like an ass be treated."
    • Source: Fables
  • "I hate the man who builds his name
    On ruins of another's fame."
    • Source: Fables
  • "In beauty faults conspicuous grow;
    The smallest speck is seen on snow."
    • Source: Fables


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