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Delphi Complete Works of Algernon Charles Swinburne (Illustrated)

Book by Algernon Charles Swinburne · 31 quotes · Heart, Light, May

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“I am tired of tears and laughter, And men that laugh and weep Of what may come hereafter For men that sow to reap: I am weary of days and hours, Blown buds of barren flowers, Desires and dreams and powers And everything but sleep.”

“Yet leave me not; yet, if thou wilt, be free; love me no more, but love my love of thee.”

“Wan February with weeping cheer, Whose cold hand guides the youngling year Down misty roads of mire and rime, Before thy pale and fitful face The shrill wind shifts the clouds apace Through skies the morning scarce may climb. Thine eyes are thick with heavy tears, But lit with hopes that light the year's.”