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Quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson

“Sweet is true love that is given in vain, and sweet is death that takes away pain.”

Quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson

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Alfred Lord Tennyson

Alfred Lord Tennyson was a prominent British Romantic poet known for his poetry that depicted nature, love, and heroism. His works, including 'In Memoriam A.H.H.' and 'Ulysses', are celebrated for their beauty and depth of emotion. more

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