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The Poet binds together by passion and knowledge the vast empire of human society.
William Wordsworth
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William Wordsworth
Age: 80 †
Born: 1770
Born: April 7
Died: 1850
Died: April 23
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That though the radiance which was once so bright be now forever taken from my sight. Though nothing can bring back the hour of splendor in the grass, glory in the flower. We will grieve not, rather find strength in what remains behind.
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He who feels contempt for any living thing hath faculties that he hath never used, and thought with him is in its infancy.
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Stern daughter of the voice of God! O Duty! if that name thou love Who art a light to guide, a rod To check the erring and reprove.
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Rapine, avarice, expense, This is idolatry and these we adore Plain living and high thinking are no more.
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