A. D. Hope

Alec Derwent Hope (July 21 1907 – July 13 2000) was an Australian poet and essayist known for his satirical slant. He was also a critic, teacher and academic.

Quotes

 * Adam had learned the jolly deed of kind: He took her in his arms and there and then Like the clean beasts, embracing from behind, Began in joy to found the breed of men.
 * Imperial Adam (l. 25-28).


 * Quaking muscles in the act of birth, Between her legs a pigmy face appear, And the first murderer lay upon the earth.
 * Imperial Adam (l. 42-44).