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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Follys a fool that cannot keep her groundStill fearing foes & showing where to wound
A jealous look can almost turn her sick
& hints not meant oft gauls her to the quick
& hide or shuffle or do what she will
Each mask like glass reflects the picture still
As powder kindles from the smallest spark
Confusion buzes & betrays the mark
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