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“I 'm on the sea! I 'm on the sea! I am where I would ever be, With the blue above and the blue below, And silence wheresoever I go.”

Quote by Bryan Procter

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Bryan Procter
Bryan Procter

Bryan Procter was a notable English poet of the 19th century, born on November 21, 1787, and died on October 5, 1874. His poetry, characterized by its emotional depth and exploration of themes such as nature and love, has earned him a place among the prominent figures of the Romantic movement. more

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