"Love and be loved, if thy guess be worth a straw."

Barnabe Barnes (1571 - 1609)
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About Barnabe Barnes

Barnabe Barnes was an English poet and playwright known for his significant contributions to Elizabethan literature. He was born in 1571 in Yorkshire, England, and studied at the University of Oxford. Barnes is best known for his poetic works such as 'Parthenophil and Parthenophe' and 'The Devil's Charter'. His writing style reflected the themes of love, tragedy, and moral conflict, making him a prominent figure of the era's literary scene.

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