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James Gates Percival was a British poet born on September 15, 1795, and died on May 2, 1856. Known for his lyrical and narrative poetry, Percival held a significant place in 19th-century British literature.

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“How awful is that hour when con, science stings.”

Hours Conscience Awful

Book:Poems

Source: Poems

“The recollection of one upward hour Hath more in it to tranquilize and cheer The darkness of despondency, than years Of gayety and pleasure.”

Years Hours Pleasure Darkness Cheer Recollection Despondency

Book:Prometheus, part II, with other poems

Source: Prometheus, part II, with other poems

“O rose! the sweetest blossom, Of spring the fairest flower, O rose! the joy of heaven. The god of love, with roses His yellow locks adorning, Dances with the hours and graces.”

Joy Heaven Hours Grace Flower Spring Rose Yellow Locks Sweetest

Book:The Poetical Works of James Gates Percival: With a Biographical Sketch

Source: The Poetical Works of James Gates Percival: With a Biographical Sketch

About the Author

Born: September 15, 1795
Died: May 2, 1856
Known for: Poet
Quotes: 16

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