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“The ultimate wisdom which deals with beginnings, remains locked in a seed. There it lies, the simplest fact of the universe and at the same time the one which calls faith rather than reason.”

Quote by Hal Borland

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Hal Borland
Hal Borland

Hal Borland was an American author known for his profound insights into nature and his beautiful prose. His works often depict the life and natural landscapes of the American countryside with concise and profound language. more

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