"In order to arrive at what you do not know, you must go by a way which is the way of ignorance."
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About Antonio Machado
Antonio Machado was a Spanish poet and one of the leading figures of the Spanish literary movement known as the Generation of '98. He was born in 1875 in Seville, Spain. Machado's poetry focused on themes of love, nature, and the passage of time, often reflecting his deep philosophical and existential concerns. He is best known for his collection of poems published in 'Campos de Castilla' in 1912. Machado's works are characterized by their simplicity, sincerity, and profound lyricism.
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