Quote by Joyce Kilmer

For blows on the fort of evil That never shows a breach, For terrible life-long races To a goal no foot can reach, For reckless leaps into darkness With hands outstretched to a star, There is jubilation in Heaven Where the great dead poets are.

For blows on the fort of evil That never shows a breach, For

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This quote highlights the resilience and fearless pursuit of greatness displayed by individuals who relentlessly battle against evil, strive for unattainable goals, and take risks in order to reach the unreachable. It suggests that while these efforts may often go unappreciated or even discouraging in the world, there is immense celebration and admiration for such determination among the departed great poets in heaven.

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