A Collection of English Poems, 1660-1800Ronald Salmon Crane |
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... muse he takes a loftier flight , And towres beyond the wond'ring Cupid's sight . If thou wouldst have thy volume stand the test , And of all others be reputed best , Let Congreve teach the list'ning groves to mourn , As when he wept o ...
... muse he takes a loftier flight , And towres beyond the wond'ring Cupid's sight . If thou wouldst have thy volume stand the test , And of all others be reputed best , Let Congreve teach the list'ning groves to mourn , As when he wept o ...
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... Muse's judge and friend . Who justly knew to blame or to commend ; To failings mild , but zealous for desert ; The clearest head , and the sincerest heart . This humble praise , lamented shade ! receive , This praise at least a grateful ...
... Muse's judge and friend . Who justly knew to blame or to commend ; To failings mild , but zealous for desert ; The clearest head , and the sincerest heart . This humble praise , lamented shade ! receive , This praise at least a grateful ...
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... Muse's seats , Invite my lays . Be present , sylvan maids ! Unlock your springs , and open all your shades . GRANVILLE commands ; your aid , O Muses , bring ! What Muse for GRANVILLE can refuse to sing ? The Groves of Eden , vanish'd ...
... Muse's seats , Invite my lays . Be present , sylvan maids ! Unlock your springs , and open all your shades . GRANVILLE commands ; your aid , O Muses , bring ! What Muse for GRANVILLE can refuse to sing ? The Groves of Eden , vanish'd ...
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ABRAHAM COWLEY 161816331667 | 1 |
SIR WILLIAM DAVENANT 160616351668 | 12 |
SIR JOHN DENHAM 161516421669 | 20 |
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