“For the river of life, through the vale of existence, Flows against us, and always flows sullen and slow; But the river of death, in its rapid resistance, Flows faster and faster the nearer we go.”

About Christopher Anstey

Poet • British

Christopher Anstey was a prominent 18th-century English poet and writer celebrated for his satirical verse. He is best remembered for his highly successful work, 'The New Bath Guide,' published in 1766. This collection...