Johann Gaudenz von Salis-Seewis

Swiss poet, author, politician and officer (1762-1834)

Johann Gaudenz von Salis-Seewis (December 26, 1762January 29, 1834) was a Swiss poet.

Portrait of Johann Gaudenz baron von Salis Salis-Seewis

Quotes edit

  • Into the silent land!
    Ah, who shall lead us thither?
    • The Silent Land, reported in Bartlett's Familiar Quotations, 10th ed. (1919).
  • Who in life’s battle firm doth stand
    Shall bear hope’s tender blossoms
    Into the silent land!
    • The Silent Land, reported in Bartlett's Familiar Quotations, 10th ed. (1919).

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