Thomas Lodge
Thomas Lodge was an English writer and physician whose literary career flourished during the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. He is best known for his contributions to both poetry and prose, with notable works including his narrative poem 'The Wounds of Civil War' and the prose romance 'Rosalynde', which served as a significant inspiration for Shakespeare's 'As You Like It'. Lodge's writing often reflected the complexities of love and the human experience, blending elements of romance and tragedy in a manner that resonated with his contemporaries. In addition to his literary achievements, Lodge's background in medicine informed his work, as he often infused his narratives with themes of healing and the human condition. His dual career as a physician and writer allowed him to navigate the cultural and intellectual currents of his time, making him a notable figure in the literary landscape. Lodge's influence extended beyond his lifetime, as his works contributed to the development of the English novel and the evolution of romantic literature, leaving a lasting legacy that would be felt by future generations of writers.
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View all 15 quotes“A piece of the sky and a chunk of the earth lie lodged in the heart of every human being.””
“We show hospitality to strangers not merely because they need it, but because we need it, too. The stranger at the door is the living symbol and memory that we are all strangers here. This is not our house, our table, our food, our lodging; this is God's house and table and food and lodging. We were pilgrims and wanderers, aliens and strangers, even enemies of God, but we, too, were welcomed into this place. To show hospitality to the stranger is, as Gordon Lathrop has observed, to say, "We are beggars here together. Grace will surprise us both.””
“...insults were exchanged, but never conversation" (p.17).””
