“Set wide the window. Let me drink the day. I loved light ever, light in eye and brain No tapers mirrored in long palace floors, Nor dedicated depths of silent aisles, But just the common dusty wind-blown day That roofs earth's millions.”
Quote by Edith Wharton
Work
Artemis to Actaeon and More: Selected Verse
Artemis to Actaeon and More: Selected Verse is a compilation of verse that spans various poetic traditions and subjects. The collection is known for its diverse range of poems, which may include works that explore nature, love, philosophy, and the human experience. Each poem is selected for its contribution to the literary landscape, offering readers a glimpse into the richness of the poetic form. more
Author
Edith Wharton
American novelist known for her delicate psychological portrayals and profound social insights. Edith Wharton came from a wealthy New York family and her works mainly reflect the American society at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. Her representative works include 'The Age of Innocence' and 'The House of Mirth' among others. more
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