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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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There was a man and a woman

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Stephen Crane·1871–1900·literary realism
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 There was a man and a womanWho sinned.Then did the man heap the punishmentAll upon the head of her,And went away gaily. ii There was a man and a womanWho sinned.And the man stood with her.As upon her head, so upon his,Fell blow and blow,And all people screaming, "Fool!"He was a brave heart. iii He was a brave heart.Would you speak with him, friend?Well, he is dead,And there went your opportunity.Let it be your griefThat he is deadAnd your opportunity gone;For, in that, you were a coward.
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