"The sun does not shine for a few trees and flowers, but for the wide world's joy."
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About Charles Godfrey Leland
Charles Godfrey Leland was an American writer, folklorist, and journalist. He was born on August 15, 1824, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Leland is best known for his works on folklore and mythology, especially his collection of Italian folk tales published as 'Aradia, or the Gospel of the Witches'. He was a key figure in the revival of interest in European Gypsy culture and language.
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