Thomas Gray Quotes

I shall be but a shrimp of an author.

Thoughts that breathe, and words that burn.

poetry

Where ignorance is bliss 'tis folly to be wise.

Poetry is thoughts that breathe, and words that burn.

Not all that tempts your wand'ring eyes
And heedless hearts, is lawful prize;
Nor all, that glisters, is gold.

temptation gold

Sweet is the breath of vernal shower,
The bee's collected treasures sweet,
Sweet music's melting fall, but sweeter yet
The still small voice of gratitude.

gratitude

Where ignorance is bliss
'Tis folly to be wise.

folly ignorance