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“Heroic figures are now obsolete,So Demigod and Devil find retreatIn minds of children - as rare beasts and men,Elsewhere extinct, persist in hill or fenFrom man protected - where each form assumesGigantic stature and intention, loomsFrom wind-moved, twilight-woven histories:For them each flower teems with mysteries.”

Quote by Osbert Sitwell

Book:The collected satires and poems of Osbert Sitwell

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The collected satires and poems of Osbert Sitwell

The book encompasses a variety of satirical and poetic pieces, showcasing Sitwell's wit and literary prowess across different genres and themes. more

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Osbert Sitwell was a British writer born on December 6, 1892, and died on May 4, 1969. He was a member of the Sitwell family, known for his unique literary style and critical works. more

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