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At last a pleasant river's mouth he finds,
Free from rough clifts, safe from disturbing winds.
Homer His Odysses Translated (1665)
Like a burnt stake, half stuck upon his shield;
The other half lay broken in the field.
Homer His Iliads Translated (1660)
Trojans beware, within some mischief lies;
Be what it will, Greeks bringing gifts I fear.
Whilst a Soul supports this mortal Frame,
I never shall forget Eliza's name.
The Works of Publius Virgilius Maro (1654)
Begin, sweet Babe, with smiles thy Mother know.
The Works of Publius Virgilius Maro (1654)
Him here he found preparing for the field
His bow, his breast-plate, and his glittering shield:
Whilst beauteous Helen 'mongst her maids in state
Their several works and tasks disposing sate.
Homer His Iliads Translated (1660)
Robber of Man, who now shall give thee ayd?
The Fables of Aesop (1668)
One good Art's better than a thousand bad.
The Fables of Aesop (1668)
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