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“[Thanatopsis] was written in 1817, when Bryant was 23. Had he died then, the world would have thought it had lost a great poet. But he lived on.”

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William C. Bryant

William C. Bryant was an American poet, born on November 3, 1794, and died on June 12, 1878. His poetry is known for its concise language and profound emotional expression, which has had a profound impact on American literature. more

“It seems to me that life's circumstances, being ephemeral, teach us less about durable truths than the fictions based on those truths; and that the best lessons of delicacy and self-respect are to be found in novels where the feelings are so naturally portrayed that you fancy you are witnessing real life as you read.”

Real Self Feelings Seems Found Fiction Teach Novel Circumstances Lessons Real Life Fancy Self Respect Ephemeral Delicacy

Author:Madame de Stael

“Madame de Stael thought it was pride in mankind to endeavour to penetrate the secret of the universe; and speaking of the higher metaphysics she said: "I prefer the Lord's Prayer to it all."”

Said Universe Prayer Secret Lord Mankind Pride Higher Metaphysics Penetrate Endeavour

Author:Madame de Stael

“Frivolity, under whatever form it appears, deprives attention of its power, thought of its originality, and sentiment of its depth.”

Form Attention Depth Sentiments Originality Power Of Thought Frivolity

Author:Madame de Stael

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