“Experience has taught me, when I am shaving of a morning, to keep watch over my thoughts, because, if a line of poetry strays into my memory, my skin bristles so that the razor ceases to act.”
Quote by A. E. Housman
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A. E. Housman
A. E. Housman, born on March 26, 1859, was a renowned British poet known for his profound emotions and classical style. His works, such as 'A Shropshire Lad', are celebrated for their depth and classical references. Housman's poetry has had a lasting impact on 20th-century British literature and remains widely read and studied today. more
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