The Poetical Works of John Dryden, Vol II: Upon young Mr Rogers of Gloucestershire

Upon young Mr Rogers of Gloucestershire

Of gentle blood, his parents' only treasure, Their lasting sorrow, and their vanish'd pleasure, Adorn'd with features, virtues, wit, and grace, A large provision for so short a race; More moderate gifts might have prolong'd his date, Too early fitted for a better state; But, knowing heaven his home, to shun delay,

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