The flames of the heart consumed me, and the mind Is but a … - Edith Sitwell

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The flames of the heart consumed me, and the mind
Is but a foolish wind.

Edith Sitwell

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Edith Sitwell (7 September 1887 – 9 December 1964) was an English poet and critic.

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Alternative Names: Dame Edith Louisa Sitwell • Edith Louisa Sitwell • Dame Edith Sitwell • Miss Edith • Dame Edith (Louisa) Sitwell

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In private life she was not in the least what her calumniators would have wished her to be. She was very quiet, had a great natural dignity, and was extremely intelligent. She was also exceedingly sensitive.

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The flames of the heart consumed me, and the mind Is but a foolish wind. - Edith Sitwell

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