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“Let us remember that the times which future generations delight to recall are not those of ease and prosperity, but those of adversity bravely borne.”

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Charles William Eliot
Charles William Eliot

Charles William Eliot was an American poet born on March 20, 1834, and died on August 22, 1926. His poetry is known for its profound thoughts and beautiful language, which had a significant impact on American literature. more

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