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Quote by Carl Sandburg

“Be careful with your words, once they are said, they can only be forgiven, not forgotten.”

Quote by Carl Sandburg

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Carl Sandburg was a prominent American poet, writer, journalist, and editor. Born on January 6, 1878, in Illinois, he passed away on July 22, 1967. His works primarily depicted rural life in America, industrialization, and the working class, with notable works including 'Chicago' and 'The American Songbag'. more

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