Quote by Horace Walpole, Horace Walpole

Letters to absence can a voice impart,And lend a tongue when distance gags the heart.

Letters to absence can a voice impart,And lend a tongue when

Summary

This quote highlights the power of written communication when physical distance separates individuals. It suggests that letters can serve as a powerful means of expressing one's thoughts and emotions to those who are absent. When one cannot physically speak or be present, writing can fill the void and allow the heart to be heard. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining connections and communicating with loved ones, even when they are far away, as letters can bridge the gap and provide a voice in the absence.

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Letters (writing)

By Horace Walpole, Horace Walpole

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