“Dreams dawn and fly: friends smile and die, Like spring flowers. Our vaunted life is one long funeral. Men dig graves, with bitter tears, For their dead hopes; and all, Mazed with doubts, and sick with fears, Count the hours.”
Book:Matthew Arnold
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Matthew Arnold
Matthew Arnold's works explore themes of culture, society, and education, with a focus on the role of the artist and the importance of moral and intellectual development. more
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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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