The Shamrock or, Hibernian Cresses. A Collection of Poems, Songs, Epigrams, &c. Latin as well as English, The Original Production of Ireland. To which are subjoined thoughts on the prevailing system of school education, respecting young ladies as well as gentlemen: with practical proposals for a reformation [by Samuel Whyte] |
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Lo! Goodness, gentle, and serene,
In charming Emily is seen;
Concentering to the dazzled Sight
A Glow of pure, intrinsic Light,
Unting'd with one affected Air,
Which Rank, too oft, and Beauty wear.
Look there! ye Meteors of a Day,
Who throw your Time, and Selves away;
Look there! ye supercilious Great,
Ye Slaves to Fashion, Pomp, and State,
Look there! and learn, 'tis true Desert
Alone, that captivates the Heart;
And, such is bless'd Amelia's Store,
The Heart she gains returns no more.
In charming Emily is seen;
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A Glow of pure, intrinsic Light,
Unting'd with one affected Air,
Which Rank, too oft, and Beauty wear.
Look there! ye Meteors of a Day,
Who throw your Time, and Selves away;
Look there! ye supercilious Great,
Ye Slaves to Fashion, Pomp, and State,
Look there! and learn, 'tis true Desert
Alone, that captivates the Heart;
And, such is bless'd Amelia's Store,
The Heart she gains returns no more.
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