He nothing common did or mean Upon that memorable scene, Bu… - Andrew Marvell

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He nothing common did or mean
Upon that memorable scene,
But with his keener eye
The axe's edge did try.

Andrew Marvell

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Andrew Marvell (March 31, 1621 – August 16, 1678) was an English metaphysical poet, and the son of an Anglican clergyman. As a metaphysical, he is associated with John Donne and George Herbert. He was the first assistant of John Milton.

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He nothing common did or mean Upon that memorable scene, But with his keener eye The axe's edge did try. - Andrew Marvell

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