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2.  “Look not mournfully into the past, it comes not back again. Wisely improve the present, it is thine. Go forth to meet the shadowy future without fear and with a manly heart.” - Henry Longfellow

3. Born on February 27, 1807 He was born in Portland, Maine. His parents were Stephen Longfellow and Zilpah Longfellow

4. Most famous American writer of his time. had a major influence on American life. his poetry imparts cultural and moral values particularly focused on promoting life as being more than material pursuits Victorian Era

5. American educator He was a professor and a translator Was fluent in multiple languages

6. His writing was detached from the concerns of Americans during his time Much of his writing is considered lyrical although he did expand and try free verse, hexameter, etc. Instant popularity with his poetry

7. Died March 24, 1882 He is still considered one of the best American poets today and is still studied On his 70 th birthday, there was a parade to celebrate his legacy, poems were read and it was a celebration Loved by many, disliked by few

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