“See how he throws his baited lines about,/And plays his men as anglers play their trout.”
Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr.
Work
The Poems of Oliver Wendell Holmes
This book compiles a selection of works from Oliver Wendell Holmes, showcasing his poetic contributions to American literature. more
Author
Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr.
Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. was an American physician, poet, and writer who made significant contributions to the field of medicine and influenced American literature and culture. He was a pioneer in the use of ether as an anesthetic and a leading figure in the medical community of his time. more
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