Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

"The nimble lie Is like the second-hand upon a clock; We see it fly; while the hour-hand of truth Seems to stand still, and yet it moves unseen, And wins, at last, for the clock will not strike Till it has reached the goal."

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Source: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (2008). “Michael Angelo and Translations”, p.137, Wildside Press LLC

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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was a renowned American poet known for his lyrical verses and works like 'The Song of Hiawatha,' which explore themes of love and nature.

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