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The later poems of John Clare

1837-1864 ... General editor Eric Robinson: Edited by Eric Robinson and David Powell: Associate editor Margaret Grainger

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[Some promises are broke as soon as made]

Some promises are broke as soon as made
& silent Love is sweet thats never spoken
The church yard grass looks pleasant where the maid
Looked Love in smiles in Memorys pleasing Token