“There is a gentle element, and man may breathe it with a calm, unruffled soul, and drink its living waters, till his heart is pure; and this is human happiness.”
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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“The Italians say that a beautiful woman by her smiles draws tears from our purse.”
“T is the work of many a dark hour, many a prayer, to bring the heart back from an infant gone.”
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