James Oppenheim, born on May 24, 1882, was an influential American poet of the early 20th century. Known for his passionate and philosophical poetry, Oppenheim's works have had a profound impact on American poetry.
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Source: War and Laughter
“Would you end war? Create great Peace.”
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“To be a god First I must be a god-maker: We are what we create.”
Source: War and Laughter
“Hearts starve as well as bodies; give us bread, but give us roses.”
“The fool is looking for happiness far away. The wise man makes it grow under his feet.”
“The foolish man seeks happiness in the distance; the wise grows it under his feet.”
Source: War and Laughter
“They can only set free men free... And there is no need of that: Free men set themselves free.”
Source: Songs for the New Age
“Free men set themselves free.”
Source: Songs for the New Age