Nobles and heralds, by your leave, Here lies what once was … - Matthew Prior

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Nobles and heralds, by your leave,
Here lies what once was Matthew Prior;
The son of Adam and of Eve:
Can Bourbon or Nassau claim higher?

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Matthew Prior (July 21, 1664 – September 18, 1721) was an English poet and diplomat.

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Nobles and heralds, by your leave, Here lies what once was Matthew Prior; The son of Adam and of Eve: Can Bourbon or Nassau claim higher? - Matthew Prior

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