Quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

How beautiful is youth! how bright it gleams with its illusions, aspirations, dreams! Book of Beginnings, Story without End, Each maid a heroine, and each man a friend!

How beautiful is youth! how bright it gleams with its illusi

Summary

This quote celebrates the beauty of youth, emphasizing its vibrant energy, dreams, and optimistic outlook on life. It compares youth to a book full of endless and captivating stories, where each young person is seen as a heroic figure and everyone is viewed as a potential friend. It highlights the wonder and potential of being young, as well as the enchanting nature of the illusions and aspirations that come with it.

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By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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