The works of Alexander Pennecuik of New-Hall, M.D.; containing the description of Tweeddale, and miscellaneous poems. A new edition, with copious notes, forming a complete history of the county to the present time. To which are prefixed, memoirs of Dr Pennecuik, and a map of the shire of Peebles, or Tweeddale |
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UPON THE MARRIAGE OF AN OLD CRAZY PRESBYTERIAN DIVINE WITH A BRISK YOUNG VIRGIN. EPITHALAMIUM. |
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UPON THE MARRIAGE OF AN OLD CRAZY PRESBYTERIAN DIVINE WITH A BRISK YOUNG VIRGIN. EPITHALAMIUM.
You mighty monarchs henceforth cease to brag,Hath not old Hamilton his Abishag.
Great Alexander, that bright spark at arms,
Was longer proof of fair Statira's charms,
And is it not a scandal justly counted,
To see old cuff upon young Helen mounted.
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Yet amorous thoughts may rob her of some rest;
Though this bridegroom be called a man of sense,
Will that give Helen due benevolence?
Though he's esteemed both learned, rich, and good,
Will this conjure the devil of flesh and blood?
Oh! no: For now such miracles are ceas'd,
Our church believes against the Popish priest.
What monstrous weather will that season render,
When florid May is matched with cold December.
From such a wedlock Lord deliver me,
If this be Presbyterian parity.
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