Thus, severed by the ruthless plough, Dim fades a purple fl… - John Conington

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Thus, severed by the ruthless plough,
Dim fades a purple flower:
Their weary necks so poppies bow,
O'erladen by the shower.

John Conington

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John Conington (10 August 1825 – 23 October 1869) was an English classical scholar.

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The journey down to the abyss
Is prosperous and light:
The palace gates of gloomy Dis
Stand open day and night:
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And pass into the light of day
There comes the stress of labour; this
May task a hero's might.

Now dews precipitate the night,
And setting stars to rest invite.

I heard, fear-stricken and amazed, My speech tongue-tied, my hair upraised.

Thus, severed by the ruthless plough, Dim fades a purple flower: Their weary necks so poppies bow, O'erladen by the shower. - John Conington

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