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Poems and Translations

by W. J. Linton

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FOR STRENGTH.

Break not, O heart!
Stern manhood bear the test!
Thou winnest not, but thou hast loved the Best.
So part!
Be strong, my heart!
Be strong, my heart!
And strain thy level eyes
Beyond this pain, lest Weakness thee surprise.
Depart!
Break not, my heart!