The poems and songs of William Hamilton of Bangour collated with the ms. volume of his poems, and containing several pieces hitherto unpublished; with illustrative notes, and an account of the life of the author. By James Paterson |
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TO A SWALLOW. |
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TO A SWALLOW.
Malicious bird! what punishmentDue to thy crimes can love invent!
Or clip thy wings, or cut thy tongue,
And spoil thy flight and future song?
That thus, unseasonable guest!
Thou darest disturb a lover's rest,
And tear the maid profuse of charms,
My fair Maria, from my arms!
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