John Gay Quotes


In every age and clime we see,, Two of a trade can ne’re agree.


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John Gay, 1685-1732, English Poet and Playwright, Fables

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John Gay
John Gay
  • Born: June 30, 1685
  • Died: December 4, 1732
  • Nationality: English
  • Profession: Poet

John Gay was an English poet and dramatist and member of the Scriblerus Club. He is best remembered for The Beggar's Opera (1728), a ballad opera. The characters, including Captain Macheath and Polly Peachum, became household names.