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Robert Southey, an English poet and historian, is remembered for his poetic works and contributions to Romantic literature. As the poet laureate of the United Kingdom, Southey created some of the most beloved poems of the era, including The Story of the Three Bears and Roderick the Last of the Goths. His writing often tackled themes of social justice and personal transformation, urging readers to reflect on moral and ethical values. Southey's works continue to inspire those who value the power of poetry to convey deep human truths and to engage with the most pressing issues of society.
"Affliction is not sent in vain, young man, from that good God, who chastens whom he loves."
"No distance of place or lapse of time can lessen the friendship of those who are thoroughly persuaded of each other's worth."
"It has been more wittily than charitably said that hell is paved with good intentions; they have their place in heaven also."
"What will not woman, gentle woman dare; when strong affection stirs her spirit up?"
"The loss of a friend is like that of a limb; time may heal the anguish of the wound, but the loss cannot be repaired."
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