Adelaide Anne Procter
1825 - 1864
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Biography
Adelaide Anne Procter was an English poet and philanthropist, known for her works addressing social issues such as child labor and poverty. Born in 1825 in London, Procter was the daughter of the poet Bryan Procter. She began writing poetry at a young age and gained popularity for her emotionally charged and compassionate verses. Procter also actively participated in charitable activities and worked with organizations to help improve the welfare of the less fortunate.
Famous Quotes (5)
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We die, my friend, we die, but what remains?
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Oh, weary hearts! Oh, cares that come and go!
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We sit and talk, but our words seem meaningless when we know that we have not long to part.
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And yet those eyes will smile when we are gone, who, living, did not hold their light so dear.
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The many moons on time's horizon lying are one by one through that great gate departing.