“Bare twigs in April enhance our pleasure; We know the good time is yet to come.... Bare twigs in Autumn are signs for sadness; We feel the good time is well-nigh past.”
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William Allingham
William Allingham was an Irish poet known for his lyrical and narrative poems. His work is characterized by its romantic style, featuring descriptions of nature, love, and the Irish countryside. Born in 1828, he passed away on November 18, 1889. more
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