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Quote by T. S. Eliot

“music heard so deeply That it is not heard at all, but you are the music While the music lasts.”

Quote by T. S. Eliot

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T. S. Eliot
T. S. Eliot

T. S. Eliot, a British playwright and poet, was born on September 26, 1888, in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, and died on January 4, 1965, in London, England. His works are known for their profound philosophical thoughts and unique poetic style, making him one of the most important literary figures of the 20th century. more

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