“What is good looking, as Horace Smith remarks, but looking good? Be good, be womanly, be gentle,-generous in your sympathies, heedful of the well-being of all around you; and, my word for it, you will not lack kind words of admiration.”
Quote by John Greenleaf Whittier
Work
The Stranger in Lowell
This book delves into the complexities of human relationships and the struggle to find oneself in a new environment, all against the backdrop of the historic city of Lowell. more
Author
John Greenleaf Whittier
John Greenleaf Whittier was an American poet known for his sympathy towards the working class and his advocacy for social justice. His poetry extensively covered social, political, and moral issues, profoundly influencing American literature in the 19th century. more
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