John Gay
Playwright, Author
1685 – 1732
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Who was John Gay?
John Gay was an English poet and dramatist and member of the Scriblerus Club. He is best remembered for The Beggar's Opera, a ballad opera. The characters, including Captain Macheath and Polly Peachum, became household names.
Famous Quotes:
- Those who in quarrels interpose, must often wipe a bloody nose.
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- Born
- Jun 30, 1685
Barnstaple - Also known as
- Gay, John
- Nationality
- England
- Profession
- Lived in
- Barnstaple
- Died
- Dec 4, 1732
London - Resting place
- Westminster Abbey
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on July 23, 2013
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