The Watchman
'Watchman, what of the night?' 'The stars are out in the sky; And the merry round moon will be rising soon, For us to go sailing by.' 'Watchman, what of the night?' 'The tide flows in from the sea; There's water to float a little cockboat Will carry such fishers as we.' 'Watchman, what of the night?' 'The night is a fruitful time; When to many a pair are born children fair, To be christened at morning chime.' 1849.
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"'Watchman, what of the night?'..."
This evocative piece by Charles Kingsley, titled "The Watchman", represents a masterful exploration of classic. The lines capture a profound emotional resonance... ### Why We Love This Line At Linespedia, we believe that poetry is the ultimate sanctuary for the soul...