James Russell Lowell Quotes


At the devil's booth are all things sold. Each ounce of dross costs its ounce of gold.


Citations

Lowell, James Russell. "The Vision of Sir Launfal." The Vision of Sir Launfal, George Nichols, 1848, p. 4.

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James Russell Lowell
James Russell Lowell
  • Born: February 22, 1819
  • Died: August 12, 1891
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Poet

James Russell Lowell was an American Romantic poet, critic, editor, and diplomat. He is associated with the Fireside Poets, a group of New England writers who were among the first American poets that rivaled the popularity of British poets. These writers usually used conventional forms and meters in their poetry, making them suitable for families entertaining at their fireside.