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Quote by Carl Sandburg

“There are no handles upon a language Whereby men take hold of it And mark it with signs for its remembrance.”

Quote by Carl Sandburg

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Carl Sandburg
Carl Sandburg

Carl Sandburg was a prominent American poet, writer, journalist, and editor. Born on January 6, 1878, in Illinois, he passed away on July 22, 1967. His works primarily depicted rural life in America, industrialization, and the working class, with notable works including 'Chicago' and 'The American Songbag'. more

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