“Why do you always write poetry? Why do you not write prose? Prose is so much more difficult.”
Quote by Walter Pater
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Walter Pater
Walter Pater was a British essayist, critic, and poet, known for his influential literary criticism and contributions to the Aesthetic Movement. Born on August 4, 1839, and died on July 30, 1894, Pater's work had a significant impact on the development of modern literary theory and the appreciation of art and literature. more
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