Quote by John Dryden

He invades authors like a monarch; and what would be theft in other poets is only victory in him.

He invades authors like a monarch; and what would be theft i

Summary

This quote is a compliment to a specific author, suggesting that he has a unique way of appropriating other writers' works. Unlike theft, in his case, it is seen as a conquest or triumph. The author's ability is likened to that of a monarch who can effortlessly penetrate the minds and words of other authors. While other poets would be accused of stealing ideas, this author is applauded for successfully adopting and making the ideas his own, thus creating something new and impressive.

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Plagiarism

By John Dryden

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