Walter Savage Landor. 1775-1864
562. Proud Word you never spoke
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41 words

PROUD word you never spoke, but you will speak Four not exempt from pride some future day. Resting on one white hand a warm wet cheek,   Over my open volume you will say,   'This man loved me'—then rise and trip away.

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Walter Savage Landor. 1775-1864
563. Resignation
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71 words
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