Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Flower-de-Luce, Stanza 8; reported in Hoyt's New Cyclopedia Of Practical Quotations (1922), p. 282.
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O flower-de-luce, bloom on, and let the river Linger to kiss thy feet! O flower of song, bloom on, and make forever The world more fair and sweet.
— Henry Wadsworth Longfellow on Flowers
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Source: Wikiquote: "Flowers" (Quotes, Specific types, Iris)
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About Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (27 February 1807 – 24 March 1882) was an American poet and one of the five members of the group known as the Fireside Poets.
About Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (27 February 1807 – 24 March 1882) was an American poet and one of the five members of the group known as the Fireside Poets.
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