A learned man came to me once. He said, "I know the way, -- come."And I was overjoyed at this. Together we hastened. Soon, too soon, were we. Where my eyes were useless, And I knew not the ways of my feet. I clung to the hand of my friend; But at last he cried, "I am lost.
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- Author's profession: Writer
- Nationality: american
- Born: November 1, 1871
- Died: June 5, 1900
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