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The Poetical Works of the Rev. George Crabbe

with his letters and journals, and his life, by his son. In eight volumes

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Curb then, O youth! these raptures as they rise,
Keep down the evil spirit and be wise;

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Follow your calling, think the Muses foes,
Nor lean upon the pestle and compose.