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“When blocked or defeated in an enterprise I had much at heart, I always turned immediately to another field of work where progress looked possible, biding my time for a chance to resume the obstructed road.”

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Charles William Eliot
Charles William Eliot

Charles William Eliot was an American poet born on March 20, 1834, and died on August 22, 1926. His poetry is known for its profound thoughts and beautiful language, which had a significant impact on American literature. more

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