The thirst to know and understand— A large and liberal discontent: These are the goods in life's rich hand, The things that are more excellent. - William Watson

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The thirst to know and understand—
A large and liberal discontent:
These are the goods in life's rich hand,
The things that are more excellent.

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About William Watson

Sir William Watson (1858 – 11 August 1935) was an English poet, popular in his time for the political content of his verse.

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Alternative Names: Sir William Watson • Sir (John) William Watson
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O ye by wandering tempest sown
Neath every alien star,
Forget not whence the breath was blown
That wafted you afar!
For ye are still her ancient seed
On younger soil let fall—
Children of Britain’s island-breed,
To whom the Mother in her need
Perchance may one day call.
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