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He who ascends to mountain-tops shall find The loftiest peaks most wrapt in clouds and snow.
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gutenberg.orgWilliam Seward: “He who ascends to mountain-tops shall find The loftiest peaks most wrapt in clouds and snow.”
Editor's note · Context
This quote reflects the idea that achieving great heights often comes with challenges and obscured views.
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