We chased the little imps at play.
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e knew them, soon, for tricksy elves;They brought the college gown; With thoughtful books filled up our shelves,Darkened our lips with down: Played with our throat, and lo! the tone
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— William Blake
Does the Eagle know what is in the pit?
Or wilt thou go ask the Mole:
Can Wisdom be put in a silver rod?
Or Love in a golden bowl?
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