“In our road through life we may happen to meet with a man casting a stone reverentially to enlarge the cairn of another which stone he has carried in his bosom to sling against that very other's head.”
Quote by Letitia Elizabeth Landon
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Letitia Elizabeth Landon
Letitia Elizabeth Landon was an English poet of the Romantic era, celebrated for her romantic verse. Born on August 14, 1802, she was a prominent figure in the literary scene of her time. Her work, often characterized by themes of love, nature, and the passage of time, left a lasting impression on readers and fellow writers. Tragically, her career was cut short when she passed away on October 15, 1838, at the age of 36. more
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