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James Russell Lowell

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James Russell Lowell (February 22, 1819 – August 12, 1891) was an American Romantic poet, critic, editor, and diplomat. He is associated with the Fireside Poets, a group of New England writers who were among the first American poets who rivaled the popularity of British poets. These poets usually used conventional forms and meters in their poetry, making them suitable for families entertaining at their fireside.. American Romantic poet critic editor and diplomat; Fireside Poets


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Quote Left Light is the symbol of truth. Quote Right
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Quote Left We live in oppressive times. We have, as a nation, become our own thought police but instead of calling the process by which we limit our expression of dissent and wonder 'censorship,' we call it 'concern for commercial viability.' Quote Right
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Quote Left The only faith that wears well and holds its color in all weathers is that which is woven of conviction and set with the sharp mordant of experience. Quote Right
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Quote Left Blessed are they who have nothing to say and who cannot be persuaded to say it. Quote Right
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Quote Left I don't believe in principle, but I do in interest. Quote Right
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