 Sinks to the grave with unperceived decay, While Resignation gently slopes the way; And, all his prospects brightening to the last, His heaven commences ere the world be past.  Poems, Plays and Essays - Page 80by Oliver Goldsmith - 1855 - 530 pagesFull view - About this book
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