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Herbert, George
(George Her|bert)
Pronunciation:
/ˈhəːbət/
(
1593–1633
)
, English metaphysical poet. He was vicar of Bemerton, near Salisbury; his poems are pervaded by simple piety and reflect the spiritual conflicts he experienced before submitting his will to God.
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