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Robert Herrick was a British poet born on August 24, 1591. He is best known for his lyrical poetry, particularly his collection Hesperides, which includes themes of love, nature, and the passage of time. Herrick's work is celebrated for its beauty and emotional depth, and he is considered one of the key figures of the English Renaissance. His poetry continues to be studied and appreciated for its artistic merit and insight into human experience.
"In things a moderation keep; Kings ought to shear, not skin, their sheep."
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