Take a look at these quotations, some witty and some famous, from Lyly's plays and Euphues, and see how writers of the day stole from him.

Read about this member of parliament who wrote highly elaborate prose and whose verse and prose dramas influenced Shakespeare.

Offers a biography of this writer famous for his "Anatomy of Wit." See excerpts of his prose and his drama, read Lyly quotes, or follow links.

Offers works from several of the poet's volumes and a link to biographical information.