John Milton. 1608-1674
312. From 'Arcades'
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55 words

O'RE the smooth enameld green     Where no print of step hath been,     Follow me as I sing,     And touch the warbled string. Under the shady roof Of branching Elm Star-proof,     Follow me, I will bring you where she sits Clad in splendor as befits     Her deity. Such a rural Queen All Arcadia hath not seen.

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John Milton. 1608-1674
313. From 'Comus' i
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