My task, which I am trying to achieve is, by the power of the written word, to make you hear, to make you feel--it is, before all, to make you see.

Joseph Conrad
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Lord Byron was known to be one of the most influential nineteenth-century poets. Although he was not considered a great writer, his influence on literature is undeniable. He was known for his clear and concise writing style, which made him popular among people who were not especially literate. This quote captures the idea that the written word has the power to make you hear, feel, and see something new.

Source: Lord Jim

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