Maxioms by Mark Akenside
The green retreats
Of Academus.
The green retreats
Of Academus.
The man forget not, though in rags he lies, and know the mortal through a crown's disguise.
The man forget not, though in rags he lies, and know the mortal through a crown's disguise.
Such and so various are the tastes of men.
Such and so various are the tastes of men.
Seeks painted trifles and fantastic toys, and eagerly pursues imaginary joys.
Seeks painted trifles and fantastic toys, and eagerly pursues imaginary joys.
Away! Away! Tempt me no more insidious love.
Away! Away! Tempt me no more insidious love.
