The poet Francis Quarles passed away at age 52, not too shabby.
Biography - A Short Wiki
British poet best known for his 1635 work Emblems. His other publications include Sions Elegies, Wept by Jeremie the Prophet; Hieroglyphikes of the Life of Man, and Solomon’s Recantation.
He was born in Essex and studied at both Christ’s College, Cambridge and Lincoln’s Inn.
His family had a history of service to British royals such as James I, Henry VIII, and Elizabeth I.
How did Francis Quarles die?
| Cause of death | N/A |
|---|---|
| Age of death | 52 years |
| Profession | Poet |
| Birthday | May 8, 1592 |
| Death date | September 8, 1644 |
| Place of death | London, United Kingdom |
| Place of burial | N/A |
Quotes
"And he repents in thorns that sleeps in beds of roses."
Francis Quarles
"Wisdom not only gets, but once got, retains."
Francis Quarles
"Meditation is the life of the soul: Action, the soul of meditation; and honor the reward of action."
Francis Quarles
"The sufficiency of merit is to know that my merit is not sufficient."
Francis Quarles
"Flatter not thyself in thy faith in God if thou hast not charity for thy neighbor."
Francis Quarles
