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“Around the corner I have a friend, in this great city that has no end.”

Quote by Charles Hanson Towne

Book:A World of Windows: And Other Poems

Work

A World of Windows: And Other Poems

This volume of poetry delves into the symbolism of windows, using them to reflect on various aspects of life, love, and the human condition. more

Author

Charles Hanson Towne

Charles Hanson Towne, born on February 1, 1877, and died in 1949, was an enigmatic figure whose profession and background remain unclear. more

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