Richard Gifford

Richard Gifford (1725 – 1807), poet, was educated at Oxford University, and the author of the poem, Contemplation. He also wrote theological and controversial works as well.

Quotes

 * Verse sweetens toil, however rude the sound; She feels no biting pang the while she sings; Nor, as she turns the giddy wheel around, Revolves the sad vicissitudes of things.
 * Contemplation. Compare: "The sad vicissitude of things", Laurence Sterne, Sermon xvi.