“Half-uttered praise is to the curious mind, as to the eye half-veiled beauty is, more precious than the whole.”
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Joanna Baillie
Joanna Baillie, a prominent British Romantic poet, was born on September 11, 1762, and died on February 23, 1851. Her poetry is known for its profound psychological insights and delicate portrayal of human emotions. more
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