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William Allingham
William Allingham
(19 March 1824 – 18 November 1889 / Donegal / Ireland)
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A man who keeps a diary, pays
Due toll to many tedious days;
But life becomes eventful--then
His busy hand forgets the pen.
Most books, indeed, are records less
Of fulness than of emptiness.
Poems by William Allingham : 51 / 51
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Poem Submitted: Tuesday, December 31, 2002
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Some of my favorite childhood poems. (Report) Reply
Very true.
Most books are records less
Of fulness than of emptiness
Thanks for sharing it here. (Report) Reply