“See this abdicated beast, once king Of them all, nibble his claws: Not anger enough left—no, nor despair— To break his teeth on the bars.”
Quote by Cecil Day-Lewis
Work
The Complete Poems of C. Day Lewis
This book includes a wide array of poems written by C. Day Lewis, showcasing his literary talent and poetic style across various themes and subjects. more
Author
Cecil Day-Lewis
Cecil Day-Lewis, a British poet, was born on April 27, 1904, and died on May 22, 1972. His poetry, deeply influenced by both Romanticism and Modernism, is renowned for its profound emotion and exquisite technique. more
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