The early poems of John Clare 1804-1822: General editor Eric Robinson: Edited by Eric Robinson and David Powell: Associate editor Margaret Grainger |
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[If theres a weapon fate prepares]
If theres a weapon fate preparesThat worst of pangs surrounds
If theres a thorn her envy bears
That pricks the bitterest wounds
Tis when a worthy breast does bleed
In sad misfortunes hour
When hearts woud help a friend in need
That ha'n't it in their power
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