English poem
Xix
by Abu al-Ala al-Maarri (973–1057)
For once the witcheries a maiden flung-- Then afterwards I knew she was the bride Of Death; and as he came, so tender-eyed, I--I rebuked him roundly, being young.
Versos English Abu al-Ala al-Maarri Xix
English poem
by Abu al-Ala al-Maarri (973–1057)
For once the witcheries a maiden flung-- Then afterwards I knew she was the bride Of Death; and as he came, so tender-eyed, I--I rebuked him roundly, being young.