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“Thought is deeper than all speech, Feeling deeper than all thought; Souls to souls can never teach What unto themselves was taught.”

Quote by Christopher Pearse Cranch

Book:Poems

Work

This book is a compilation of poems that explore a wide range of subjects and emotions, showcasing the beauty and depth of the poetic form. more

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Christopher Pearse Cranch

Christopher Pearse Cranch was an American writer known for his poetry and prose. Born on March 8, 1813, in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, he spent much of his life in the United States, with a brief period in England. Cranch's work often reflected his abolitionist views and his interest in nature and the supernatural. He died on January 20, 1892. more

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