The poetical works of William Lisle Bowles ... with memoir, critical dissertation, and explanatory notes, by the Rev. George Gilfillan |
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THE BLACKSMITH. |
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THE BLACKSMITH.
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How cheerful in the winter's night,As down the lane I stray;
The blacksmith's forge shoots out its light,
And shines across the way!
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The smith his labouring bellows blows,And now his stroke repeats;
Beats the red iron, as it glows,
And shapes it as he beats.
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While, flash! the frequent sparkles fly,And tongs are hissing red;
Content and cheerful industry
Sweeten his daily bread.
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