“The good are better made by ill, As odours crushed are sweeter still.”
Book:Poems
Quote by Samuel Rogers
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Samuel Rogers
Samuel Rogers was an English poet, born on July 30, 1763, and died on December 18, 1855. His poetry is known for its elegant language and profound emotion, having a profound influence on later poets. more
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