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“It would never occur to most of us that 'plants' say anything at all, except in terms of what we read into them, or try to use them for. Yet in their responses to this wonderfully rhythmic and varying earth they are the most expressive of all forms of life.”

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John Hay
John Hay

John Hay was a prominent American statesman and diplomat, born on October 8, 1838, and died on July 1, 1905. He played a significant role in American history, known for his exceptional contributions to foreign policy. more

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