“Hark! the hours are softly calling Bidding Spring arise To listen to the rain-drops falling From the cloudy skies To listen to Earth’s weary voices Louder every day Bidding her no longer linger On her charm’d way But hasten to her task of beauty Scarcely yet begun.”
Quote by Adelaide Anne Procter
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Adelaide Anne Procter
Adelaide Anne Procter was an English poet known for her romantic and social commentary works. Born on October 30, 1825, she was a prominent figure in the Victorian era. Procter's poetry often reflected her social concerns and she was a vocal advocate for women's rights and social reform. She passed away on February 2, 1864. more
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