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Richard Savage, an English poet, led a tumultuous life marked by literary acclaim, scandal, and tragedy. Despite his struggles with poverty and addiction, Savage produced a body of work that showcased his talent for satire, wit, and emotional depth. His poetic contributions, including the influential poem "The Wanderer," continue to be celebrated for their audacity and originality, cementing Savage's place in the pantheon of English literature as a flawed yet compelling figure of the Augustan age.
"Such, Polly, are your sex - part truth, part fiction; - Some thought, much whim and all a contradiction."
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