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“It takes something of a poet to apprehend and get into the depth, the lusciousness, the spiritual life of a great poem. And so we must be in some way like God in order that we may see God as He is.”

Quote by Edwin Hubbel Chapin

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Edwin Hubbel Chapin
Edwin Hubbel Chapin

Edwin Hubbel Chapin was an American poet recognized for his romantic and patriotic verse. Born on December 29, 1814, in New York, he spent much of his life in the Midwest, particularly in Illinois and Indiana. His poetry often reflected his love for nature and his country, with works that included both individual and collective experiences. He passed away on December 26, 1880. more

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