“If love were what the rose is, And I were like the leaf, Our lives would grow together In sad or singing weather.”
Quote by Algernon Charles Swinburne
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Algernon Charles Swinburne
A renowned Victorian poet known for his ornate style and romantic sentiments. Swinburne's works cover a wide range of themes including love, nature, and religion, and have had a profound impact on subsequent poets. more
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