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Poems of King Alfred

This volume includes a selection of poems attributed to King Alfred the Great, a notable figure in English history for his contributions to education and language. The poems reflect the cultural and political context of his reign and showcase his interest in literature and poetry. The collection is significant for its historical value and its representation of early English poetry. more

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Martin Farquhar Tupper
Martin Farquhar Tupper

Martin Farquhar Tupper was a British writer born on July 17, 1810, and died on November 29, 1889. He is known for his poetry and prose, particularly for his book 'Proverbs', which contains many aphorisms that have had a profound impact on later generations. more

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“In love at one of its poles you find the personal, and at the other the impersonal. At one you have the positive assertion — Here I am; at the other the equally strong denial — I am not. Without this ego what is love? And again, with only this ego how can love be possible? Bondage and liberation are not antagonistic in love. For love is most free and at the same time most bound. If God were absolutely free there would be no creation. The infinite being has assumed unto himself the mystery of finitude. And in him who is love the finite and the infinite are made one.”