Robert Herrick. 1591-1674
249. To the Western Wind
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46 words

SWEET western wind, whose luck it is,   Made rival with the air, To give Perenna's lip a kiss,   And fan her wanton hair:

Bring me but one, I'll promise thee,   Instead of common showers, Thy wings shall be embalm'd by me,   And all beset with flowers.

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Robert Herrick. 1591-1674
250. To Electra
1 min to read
42 words
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