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The poetical works of Henry Alford

Fifth edition, containing many pieces now first collected

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The plats were green with lavish growth,

It is the high prime of Glastonbury's glory.


And, like a silver cord,
Down to the northern bay the Brue
Its glittering water poured:
Far and near the pilgrims throng,
With staff and humble mien,
Where Glastonbury's crown of towers
Against the sky is seen.