“Heart's-ease is a flower which blooms from the grave of desire.”
Quote by William Rounseville Alger
Author
William Rounseville Alger
William Rounseville Alger, born in 1822, was a prominent American author known for his historical novels and adventure stories. His works were highly appreciated for their rich imagination and profound understanding of history. more
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