James Russell Lowell, Introduction to The Biglow Papers, Second Series, ''The Courtin''', Stanza 15.
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His heart kep' goin' pity-pat, But hern went pity-Zekle.
— James Russell Lowell on Courtship
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Source: Wikiquote: "Courtship" (Quotes, Hoyt's New Cyclopedia Of Practical Quotations: Quotes reported in Hoyt's New Cyclopedia Of Practical Quotations (1922), p. 898-902.)
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About James Russell Lowell
James Russell Lowell (22 February 1819 – 12 August 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.
About James Russell Lowell
James Russell Lowell (22 February 1819 – 12 August 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.
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