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James Montgomery, born on November 4, 1771, and died on April 30, 1854, was a renowned editor, poet, writer, and socialist. He had a significant impact in the fields of literature and editing, with his works spanning poetry, prose, and criticism.

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Famous James Montgomery Quotes

“Bliss in possession will not last; Remembered joys are never past.”

Lasts Past Joy Possession Remembered Bliss

Book:The poetical works of James Montgomery, with notes, etc

Source: The poetical works of James Montgomery, with notes, etc

“Joys too exquisite to last, And yet more exquisite when past.”

Lasts Past Joy Exquisite

Book:Lectures on general literature, poetry &c: delivered at the Royal Institution in 1830 and 1831

Source: Lectures on general literature, poetry &c: delivered at the Royal Institution in 1830 and 1831

“Night is the time to weep,To wet with unseen tearsThose graves of memory where sleepThe joys of other years.”

Years Joy Night Memories Graves Wet Unseen

Book:The poetical works of Rogers, Campbell, J. Montgomery, Lamb, and Kirke White: complete in one volume

Source: The poetical works of Rogers, Campbell, J. Montgomery, Lamb, and Kirke White: complete in one volume