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Thus times do shift, each thing his turn does hold; New things succeed, as former things grow old.
Robert Herrick
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About Robert Herrick

Robert Herrick was a Poet from Kingdom of England (1591–1674).

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This quote is attributed to Robert Herrick, a Poet from Kingdom of England.
When did Robert Herrick live?
Robert Herrick lived from 1591 – 1674.