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Quote by Edith Sitwell

“I am not eccentric. It's just that I am more alive than most people. I am an unpopular electric eel set in a pond of goldfish.”

Quote by Edith Sitwell

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British poet known for her unique style and themes. Edith Sitwell was born on September 7, 1887, and died on December 9, 1964. Her poetry has had a profound impact on the literary world. more

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