"Defeat is not the worst of failures. Not to have tried is the true failure."
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Quotes by George Edward Woodberry
George Edward Woodberry (1855–1930) was an influential American poet, critic, and scholar whose literary contributions helped shape the cultural landscape of his time. Born in New Jersey, Woodberry's academic pursuits led him to Harvard, where he later became a professor. His works, blending aestheticism with deep philosophical inquiry, reflect a profound understanding of the human experience. Woodberry also served as an editor for influential literary magazines, solidifying his legacy as a critical voice in American literature, encouraging generations of writers and thinkers.
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"Art does not, like science, set forth a permanent order of nature, the enduring skeleton of law. Two factors primarily determine its works: one is the idea in the mind of the artist, the other is his power of expression; and both these factors are extremely variable."
George Edward Woodberry