John Wilmot, 2nd Earl of Rochester
English poet, and peer of the realm (1647-1680)
1647–1680, born in Ditchley
- Born
- 1 April 1647
- Birthplace
- Ditchley
- Died
- 5 August 1680
From their work
Reason, an Ignis fatuus of the Mind, Which leaves the light of Nature, Sense, behind.
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