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James Shirley

Born in September 1, 1596 / Died in October 1, 1666 / United Kingdom / English

James Shirley poet from United Kingdom was born on September 1, 1596, had 70 years and died on October 1, 1666. Poems were written mainly in English language. Dominant movement is political.

Top ten poems James Shirley

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The Last Conqueror

...   Shall have the cunning skill to break a heart ...

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The Fair Felon

... These are best marks to know the thief: ...

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Song Of Nuns

...   Oh, be not careless then and play ...

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Sililoquy On Death

...  All, From the adored purple to the haircloth, ...

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from Ajax: Dirge

... But their strong nerves at last must yield ...

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Death The Leveller

...  And plant fresh laurels where they kill: ...

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To The Painter Preparing To Draw M.M.H.

...   Beneath these, for her fair neck's sake, ...

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A Hymn

... Poor pilgrims needs must lose their way, ...

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Peace Restored

...   Whilst we whole groves of laurel bring, ...

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Two Gentlemen That Broke Their Promise

... I'll trust a small-beer promise, nay, a troth ...

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