"The Castaway" Obscurest night involved the sky, The Atlantic billows roared, When such a destined wretch as I, washed headlong from on board. Of fr… - William Cowper

"The Castaway"

Obscurest night involved the sky,
The Atlantic billows roared,
When such a destined wretch as I,
washed headlong from on board.
Of friends, of hope, of all bereft,
His floating home forever left...

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About William Cowper

William Cowper (26 November 1731 – 25 April 1800) was an English poet and hymnodist.

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Also Known As: Bard of Olney
Alternative Names: Cowper, William Cowper William
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