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Quote by George Sterling

“Thy Banners gleam a little, and are furled; Against thy turrets surge His phantom tow'rs; Drugged with his Opiates the nations nod, Refusing still the beauty of thine hours; And fragile is thy tenure of this world Still haunted by the monstrous ghost of God.”

Quote by George Sterling

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George Sterling

George Sterling was an American poet born on December 1, 1869, and died on November 17, 1926. His poetry is known for its unique style and profound depiction of natural landscapes. more

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