Alexander Pope (21 May 1688 – 30 May 1744) was an 18th-century English poet, best known for his satirical verse and for his translation of Homer.
So vast is art, so narrow human wit. Use this quote
True ease in writing comes from art, not chance, as those who move easiest have learned to dance. Use this quote
All nature is but art unknown to thee. Use this quote
A work of art that contains theories is like an object on which the price tag has been left. Use this quote
One science only will one genius fit; so vast is art, so narrow human wit. Use this quote
I find myself hoping a total end of all the unhappy divisions of mankind by party-spirit, which at best is but the madness of many for the gain of a few. Use this quote
For Forms of Government let fools contest; whatever is best administered is best. Use this quote
A person who is too nice an observer of the business of the crowd, like one who is too curious in observing the labor of bees, will often be stung for his curiosity. Use this quote
If a man's character is to be abused there's nobody like a relative to do the business. Use this quote
Pride is still aiming at the best houses: Men would be angels, angels would be gods. Aspiring to be gods, if angels fell; aspiring to be angels men rebel. Use this quote