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“What do I care, in the dreams and the languor of spring, That my songs do not show me at all? For they are a fragrance, and I am a flint and a fire, I am an answer, they are only a call”

Quote by Sara Teasdale

Book:Flame and Shadow
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Flame and Shadow

Flame and Shadow is a work of speculative fiction that delves into the intricate tapestry of a world where the forces of light and shadow battle for dominance. The narrative follows characters whose lives are intertwined by destiny, as they navigate a landscape where moral ambiguities are the norm and the true nature of good and evil is questioned. The story unfolds in a setting that is both familiar and alien, drawing readers into a world where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur. more

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Sara Teasdale
Sara Teasdale

Sara Teasdale was an American poet known for her lyrical poetry. Her works are characterized by their concise and emotive language, which has won her a wide readership. Born on August 8, 1884, she passed away on January 29, 1933. more

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