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Shel Silverstein

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Shel Silverstein was a multi-talented American artist from Chicago. He was known as a poet, songwriter, musician, composer, screenwriter, and author of children's literature. His unique ability to combine poetry with music made his songs resonate with both children and adults, leaving a lasting impact. In addition to his words, his illustrations are also widely recognized and add a playful element to his poetry, captivating young readers. Silverstein's work often explores themes of imagination and adventure, encouraging children to dream big and embrace their creativity. His contributions to children's literature have had a profound impact on generations, making him a beloved figure in American culture.


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Quotes

Here are a few random quotes by Shel Silverstein.

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Quote Left If you are a dreamer, come in, If you are a dreamer, A wisher, a liar, A hope-er, a pray-er, A magic bean buyer... If you're a pretender, come sit by my fire For we have some flax-golden tales to spin. Come in! Come in! Quote Right
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Quote Left I'm standing on the outside of your shelter looking in, While the bombs around are falling everywhere, Inside you look so warm and safe and oh so happy, Have I ever told you that I care? Have I ever told you that you're wonderful? And it hurts me so that we have grown apart. I'm standing on the outside of your shelter, dear, But I hope I'm on the inside of your heart. Quote Right
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Quote Left Listen to the mustn'ts child. Listen to the don'ts. Listen to the shouldn't haves, the impossibles, the won'ts. Listen to the never haves, then listen close to me. Anything can happen child. Anything can be. Quote Right
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Quote Left My skin is kind of sort of brownish Pinkish yellowish white. My eyes are greyish blueish green, But I'm told they look orange in the night. My hair is reddish blondish brown, But it's silver when it's wet. And all the colors I am inside Have not been invented yet. Quote Right
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Quote Left Draw a crazy picture,Write a nutty poem,Sing a mumble-gumble song,Whistle through your comb.Do a loony-goony dance'Cross the kitchen floor,Put something silly in the worldThat ain't been there before. Quote Right
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