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“A man had given all other bliss, And all his worldly worth for this To waste his whole heart in one kiss Upon her perfect lips.”

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Alfred Lord Tennyson
Alfred Lord Tennyson

Alfred Lord Tennyson was a prominent British Romantic poet known for his poetry that depicted nature, love, and heroism. His works, including 'In Memoriam A.H.H.' and 'Ulysses', are celebrated for their beauty and depth of emotion. more

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