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Homer
Ancient Greek epic poet, referenced as the archetype of poetic genius.
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First appearance: V: Shakespeare; or, the Poet
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In V: Shakespeare; or, the Poet: Mentioned as a bard who lies in sunshine, contrasted with Shakespeare's even more sovereign and cheerful tone. Later, in VII: Goethe; or, the Writer: Implied in the comparison of…
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