Sir Vincent Meredith

Famous quotes containing the words sir, vincent and/or meredith:

    We are as near to heaven by sea as by land.
    Humphrey, Sir Gilbert (c.1537–1583)

    Before she has her floor swept
    Or her dishes done.
    Any day you’ll find her
    A-sunning in the sun!
    —Edna St. Vincent Millay (1892–1950)

    Thus piteously Love closed what he begat:
    The union of this ever-diverse pair!
    These two were rapid falcons in a snare,
    Condemned to do the flitting of the bat.
    —George Meredith (1828–1909)