“Solitary reading will enable a man to stuff himself with information, but without conversation his mind will become like a pond without an outlet-a mass of unhealthy stag-nature. It is not enough to harvest knowledge by study; the wind of talk must winnow it and blow away the chaff. Then will the clear, bright grains of wisdom be garnered, for our own use or that of others.”
Quote by William Matthews
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William Matthews
William Matthews, born on November 11, 1942, and passed away on November 12, 1997, was a renowned American poet. His poetry, known for its unique style and profound emotional expression, has had a significant impact on contemporary poetry. more
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