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William Ernest Henley was a British poet, born on August 23, 1849, and died on July 11, 1903. His poetry is renowned for its profound insights into human nature and its unique personal style.

Famous William Ernest Henley Quotes

“So many are the deaths we die Before we can be dead indeed.”

Death Dies

Book:Poems

Source: Poems

“Madam Life's a piece in bloom Death goes dogging everywhere: she's the tenant of the room, he's the ruffian on the stair.”

Death Rooms Pieces Dying Stairs Tenants Ruffian

Book:Poems

Source: Poems

“So be my passing! My task accomplished and the long day done, My wages taken, and in my heart Some late lark singing, Let me be gathered in the quiet west, The sundown splendid and serene, Death.”

Heart Long Done Death Taken My Heart Quiet Late Singing Tasks Let Me West Passing Passings Accomplished Wages Splendid Serene Larks Long Day

Author:William Ernest Henley

“Into the winter's gray delight, Into the summer's golden dream, Holy and high and impartial, Death, the mother of Life, Mingles all men for ever.”

Men Dream Death Mother Holy Summer Winter Delight Golden Gray

Book:The Works of W. E. Henley: Poems

Source: The Works of W. E. Henley: Poems

About the Author

Born: August 23, 1849
Died: July 11, 1903
Known for: Poet
Quotes: 46

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The Works of W. E. Henley: PoemsRelated source material

PoemsRelated source material

The Works of William Ernest Henley: Views and reviewsRelated source material

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A Book of VersesRelated source material

A Selection of PoemsRelated source material

Hawthorn and LavenderRelated source material

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InvictusRelated source material

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