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Charles Godfrey Leland was an American author known for his interest in folklore and mysticism. His works include the English translation of 'Grimm's Fairy Tales' and 'American Folklore'.

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Famous Charles Godfrey Leland Quotes

“But, as old Swedish legends say, Of all the birds upon that day, The swallow felt the deepest grief, And longed to give her Lord relief, And chirped when any near would come. Hugswala swala swal honom! Meaning, as they who tell it deem, Oh, cool, oh, cool and comfort Him!”

Giving Felt Grief Lord Comfort Bird Relief Legends Swedish

Book:The Music-lesson of Confucius, and Other Poems

Source: The Music-lesson of Confucius, and Other Poems

“The Lord of Learning who upraised mankind from being silent brutes to singing men.”

Men Lord Learning Mankind Singing Silent Brutes

Book:The Music-lesson of Confucius, and Other Poems

Source: The Music-lesson of Confucius, and Other Poems

About the Author

Born: August 15, 1824
Died: March 20, 1903
Known for: Author
Quotes: 16

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The Music-lesson of Confucius, and Other PoemsRelated source material

Aradia: Gospel of the WitchesRelated source material

Songs of the Sea and Lays of the LandRelated source material

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