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“This is a marvel of the universe: To fling a thought across a stretch of sky-- Some weighty message, or a yearning cry, It matters not; the elements rehearse Man's urgent utterance, and his words traverse The spacious heav'ns like homing birds that fly Unswervingly, until, upreached on high, A quickened hand plucks off the message terse.”

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Josephine Preston Peabody
Josephine Preston Peabody

Josephine Preston Peabody was an American poet known for her unique poetic style and profound emotional expression. Born on May 30, 1874, and passing away on December 4, 1922, Peabody's poetry often dealt with personal emotions, natural landscapes, and social issues, and her works have had a profound impact on the literary world. more

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