Quotes by John Greenleaf Whittier

"Of all sad words of tongue or pen, the saddest are these, 'It might have been."
John Greenleaf Whittier
"The windows of my soul I throw Wide open to the sun."
John Greenleaf Whittier
"A little smile, a word of cheer, A bit of love from someone near, A little gift from one held dear, Best wishes for the coming year. These make a merry christmas!"
John Greenleaf Whittier
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John Greenleaf Whittier (December 17, 1807 – September 7, 1892) was an American Quaker poet and advocate of the abolition of slavery in the United States. Frequently listed as one of the fireside poet...