Emilia Lanier

English poet

Emilia Lanier (1569 - 1645) was an English poet and writer.

Emilia Lanier
The title page of Lanier's collection of poetry, Salve Deus Rex Judaeorum.

Quotes

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  • Greatness is no sure frame to build upon,
    No worldly treasure can assure that place;
    God makes both even, the Cottage with the Throne.
    • To the Ladie Anne, Countess of Dorset
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