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It is stern work, it is perilous work to thrust your hand in the sun
And pull out a spark of immortal flame to warm the hearts of men.

Source: The Proud Poet.
-- Joyce Kilmer, (Dec 6 1886-1918), US poet; He is best known for his nature poems, including Trees, 1913; killed in WW I.

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