“Business could not make dull, nor passion wild; Who saw life steadily, and saw it whole.”
Quote by Matthew Arnold
Work
Dover Beach and Other Poems
This volume includes the classic poem 'Dover Beach,' known for its evocative imagery and reflective tone, along with additional poems that showcase the author's poetic style and thematic concerns. more
Author
Matthew Arnold
Matthew Arnold was an English poet, born on December 24, 1822, and died on April 15, 1888. His poetry is known for its profound philosophy and admiration for nature. more
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