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Song by John Clare

By John Clare

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Mary, leave thy lowly cot When thy thickest jobs are done; When thy friends will miss thee not, Mary, to the pastures run. Where we met the other night Neath the bush upon the plain, Be it dark or be it light, Ye may guess we'll meet again. Should ye go or should ye not, Never shilly-shally, dear. Leave your work and leave your cot,

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"Mary, leave thy lowly cot..."

"Song" by John Clare is a deep english poem consisting of 17 lines. This English poem by John Clare demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "Mary, leave thy lowly cot When thy thickest jobs are done;...", this piece explores themes of deep through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. John Clare's celebrated body of poetry continues to inspire readers across generations and cultures, and this particular work stands as a powerful example of their artistic vision.

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