Forgive me, Spirit of my sp... by George William Russell, an Irish Writer

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“Forgive me, Spirit of my spirit, for this, that I have found it easier to read the mystery told in tears and understood Thee better in sorrow than in joy.”

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Name: George William Russell

Nationality: Irish

Date of Birth: Apr 10, 1867

Date of Death: Jul 17, 1935

Profession: Writer

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