Against her ankles as she trod The lucky buttercups did nod.Poems, 1863
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Jean Ingelow was an English poet and novelist born on March 17, 1820, in Boston, Lincolnshire. She is best known for her lyrical poetry and for her novels, particularly "Gladys the Reaper," which gained popularity in the 19th century. Ingelow's work often explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, and she was a prominent figure in Victorian literature until her death on July 20, 1897.
1820–1897·lived 77 years
Against her ankles as she trod The lucky buttercups did nod.Poems, 1863
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