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“For pines are gossip pines the wide world through And full of runic tales to sigh or sing.”

Quote by James Elroy Flecker

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James Elroy Flecker

James Elroy Flecker was a British poet born on November 5, 1884, and died on January 3, 1915. His poetry is known for its rich imagination and unique style. more

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