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“John Clare, in his poem To a Fallen Elm, makes the tree a selfmark as well as a landmark.”

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Tim Fulford

Tim Fulford is a British author born in 1962. His works span across historical novels, biographies, and literary criticism. Fulford is known for his profound insights into historical figures and events, blending rich historical details with engaging narrative techniques. more

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