I would not have a slave to till my ground, To carry me, to… - William Cowper

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I would not have a slave to till my ground, To carry me, to fan me while I sleep And tremble when I wake, for all the wealth That sinews bought and sold have ever earn'd.

William Cowper

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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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