“a towering intellect, grand in its achievements, and glorious in its possibilities, may, with the moral and spiritual faculties held in abeyance, be one of the most dangerous and mischievous forces in the world.”
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Frances Harper
Frances Harper was an American poet, writer, and social activist, born on September 24, 1825, and died on February 22, 1911. Her poetry is known for its profound social commentary and focus on issues such as women's rights, slavery, and racial equality. more
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