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“The roaring of the wind is my wife and the stars through the window pane are my children. The mighty abstract idea I have of beauty in all things stifles the more divided and minute domestic happiness.”

Quote by John Keats

Book:Delphi Complete Works of John Keats (Illustrated)

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Delphi Complete Works of John Keats (Illustrated)

The Delphi Complete Works of John Keats (Illustrated) is a comprehensive compilation of the poet's literary output. It encompasses a variety of genres, including sonnets, odes, and narrative poems, as well as personal correspondence and critical essays. The illustrated format aims to provide a richer understanding of Keats's work through visual elements. more

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John Keats, a British Romantic poet, was born on October 31, 1795, and died on February 23, 1821. Known for his profound depictions of nature, love, and death, Keats' poetry is characterized by its fresh style and sincere emotion, exerting a profound influence on poets of later generations. more

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