Thomas Carew. 1595?-1639?
292. The Unfading Beauty
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HE that loves a rosy cheek,   Or a coral lip admires, Or from star-like eyes doth seek   Fuel to maintain his fires: As old Time makes these decay, So his flames must waste away.

But a smooth and steadfast mind,   Gentle thoughts and calm desires, Hearts with equal love combined,   Kindle never-dying fires. Where these are not, I despise Lovely cheeks or lips or eyes.

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Thomas Carew. 1595?-1639?
293. Ingrateful Beauty threatened
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129 words
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