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The deserted village (1800)

Goldsmith, Oliver, 1728-1774 · Hildesheimer and Faulkner · leaf 26

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As some fall cliff that lifts its awful form,Swells from the vale, and midway leaves the storm. 22 … Their welfare pleased him, and their care distressed; To them his heart, his love, his griefs were given,But all his serious thoughts had rest in heaven. As some tall cliff that lifts its awful form,Swells from the vale, and midway leaves the storm,Though round its breast the rolling clouds are…

Irish poetry -- 19th century · Etchings -- English

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