“Better a crust of black bread than a mountain of paper confections, Better a daisy in earth than a dahlia cut and gathered, Better a cowslip with root than a prize carnation without it”
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The Poems of Arthur Hugh Clough
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Arthur Hugh Clough
Arthur Hugh Clough was an influential English poet of the 19th century, known for his innovative and complex verse. Born on January 1, 1819, Clough's career was brief but marked by significant contributions to the Aesthetic movement. His poetry is characterized by its intellectual depth and its use of classical allusions and complex meters. more
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