“A man's real possession is his memory. In nothing else is he rich, in nothing else is he poor.”
Quote by Alexander Smith
Work
Dreamthorp A Book of Essays Written in the Country
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the author's observations and musings on rural life, offering a glimpse into the beauty and complexities of the countryside. more
Author
Alexander Smith
Alexander Smith was a 19th-century British poet known for his lyrical and narrative poems. His works are celebrated for their deep emotion and unique style, and have had a profound influence on later poets. more
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“That's one of the greatest curses ever inflicted on the human race, memory.”