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George Henry Boker Biography

Poet

George Henry Boker was an American poet born on October 6, 1823, and died on January 2, 1890. His poetry, known for its romantic style, has been beloved by readers.

Space Love Is Limits Extremes Circles Restless Orbit

Book:Plays and poems

Source: Plays and poems

“Fold him in his country's stars. Roll the drum and fire the volley! What to him are all our wars, What but death bemocking folly?”

War Country Stars Fire Uplifting Folly Folds Memorial Memorial Day Veterans Day Memorial Day Poems Memorial Day Remembrance Volley Memorial Weekend

Book:Poems of the War

Source: Poems of the War

“...Lovers are Like walking ghosts, they always haunt the spot Of their misdeeds.”

Lovers Walking Ghost Spots Misdeeds

Book:Plays and poems

Source: Plays and poems

About the Author

Born: October 6, 1823
Died: January 2, 1890
Known for: Poet
Quotes: 3

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