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For I have learned to look on nature, not as in the hour of thoughtless youth, but hearing oftentimes the still, sad mus
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"For I have learned to look on nature, not as in the hour of thoughtless youth, but hearing oftentimes the still, sad music of humanity"

- William Wordsworth

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William Wordsworth's quote speaks with the concept of getting wisdom and understanding as one ages. As a youth, nature is often viewed as a source of happiness and charm, but as one matures, they concern comprehend the unhappiness and suffering of humanity. Nature is no longer seen as a source of happiness, however rather a tip of the struggles of life. Wordsworth recommends that as one ages, they concern comprehend the "still, sad music of humankind" and the sorrows of life. This quote speaks to the concept that as one matures, they concern understand the intricacies of life and the suffering of others. It is a pointer that life is not constantly simple which we need to bear in mind the battles of those around us.

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William Wordsworth This quote is written / told by William Wordsworth between April 7, 1770 and April 23, 1850. He was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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