“The world is charged with the grandeur of God. It will flame out like shining from shook foil? Generations have trod, have trod, have trod; And all is seared with trade; bleared, smeared with toil; And wearsman'ssmudgeand sharesman'ssmell: thesoil Is bare now, nor can foot feel, being shod.”
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Gerard Manley Hopkins
Gerard Manley Hopkins was an English poet known for his unique poetic style and profound religious themes. His work was not widely recognized during his lifetime but gained recognition after his death. more
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