To John Hamilton Reynolds (19 February 1818)
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Many have original minds who do not think it — they are led away by custom — Now it appears to me that almost any man may like the spider spin from his own inwards his own citadel.
— John Keats
What It Means
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Source: Wikiquote: "John Keats" (Quotes, Letters (1817–1820))
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About John Keats
John Keats (October 31, 1795 – February 23, 1821) was one of the principal poets of the English Romantic movement.
About John Keats
John Keats (October 31, 1795 – February 23, 1821) was one of the principal poets of the English Romantic movement.
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