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“The word; the forth-speaking of a thought, an idea, a truth, is the beginning of every new creation, or pulse of creation. It is the inauguration of every new order of things; it begins every new messianic reign, every coming of a better time. The darkness never comprehends it; but always, to as many as receive it, it gives power.”

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Samuel Longfellow
Samuel Longfellow

Samuel Longfellow was an American poet, critic, and translator. He is best known for his epic poem 'Kavanagh', published in 1842. Longfellow's poetry often focused on themes of nature, love, and the supernatural. He was a leading figure among the Fireside Poets, a group of 19th-century American poets aiming to create accessible and lyrical poetry for the general public. more

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