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Quote by Ella Wheeler Wilcox

“Love is the only duty that we know.”

Quote by Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Book:Poems of power

Work

This book is a compilation of poems that delve into the concepts of power, authority, and the human experience of wielding or being subject to power. more

Author

Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author known for her poetry and inspirational writings. Her works emphasized personal freedom, a positive attitude towards life, and women's rights. Born on November 5, 1850, she passed away on October 30, 1919. more

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