The English, the plain English, of the politest address of a gentleman to a lady is, I am now, dear Madam, your humble servant: Pray be so good as to let me be your Lord and Master.
-- Samuel Richardson
   
Samuel Richardson   Name:
Samuel Richardson
Type:
Novelist
Nationality:
English
Birth:
August 19, 1689
Death:
July 4, 1761
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