 That from beneath the seat of Jove doth spring; Begin, and somewhat loudly sweep the string. Hence with denial vain, and coy excuse ; So may some gentle Muse With lucky words favour my destined urn ; And as he passes turn, And bid fair peace be to my...  The Literary Magazine, and American Register - Page 202edited by - 1804Full view - About this book
 | Frank H. Ellis - Literary Criticism - 2005 - 244 pages
..."melodious Tear" will be shed at his death: So may some gentle Muse With lucky words favour my destin'd Urn, And as he passes turn, And bid fair peace be to my sable shrowd. Gray acknowledges the obligation: "Some pious Drops the closing Eye requires." It is as if... | |
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