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“O thrush, your song is passing sweet, But never a song that you have sung Is half so sweet as thrushes sang When my dear love and I were young.”

Quote by William Morris

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William Morris was a prominent 19th-century British artist, poet, designer, and socialist. Known for his revival of medieval art and his contributions to the modern design movement, Morris advocated for craftsmanship and natural beauty in his designs. His work influenced the art and design of the late Victorian era. more

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