“Pitch a lucky man into the Nile, says the Arabian proverb, and he will come up with a fish in his mouth!”
Quote by Nathaniel Parker Willis
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Nathaniel Parker Willis
Nathaniel Parker Willis was an influential American author, editor, and critic, best known for his role as editor of The Atlantic Monthly, a leading literary magazine of the 19th century. Born on January 20, 1806, in Portland, Maine, Willis spent much of his life in Massachusetts, contributing significantly to the literary and intellectual life of the region. His work spanned a variety of genres, including poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. more
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Source: Fugitive Poetry
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Source: The Art of Worldly Wisdom
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