“I think that I shall never scan A tree as lovely as a man. . . . . A tree depicts divinest plan, But God himself lives in a man.”
Quote by Joyce Kilmer
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Joyce Kilmer
Joyce Kilmer was an American writer known for his poetry and prose, characterized by themes of nature and religious faith. His most famous work is 'Tree,' a poem celebrated for its simple yet profound imagery. Born on December 6, 1886, Kilmer was killed in action in France during World War I at the age of 31. more
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