Versos English Edward Jerningham Inscription for a Reed-house

English poem

Inscription for a Reed-house

by (1737–1812)

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Say, if to shun the noisy day, The summer sun's oppressive ray, Thou visit'st Contemplation's cell, Here tarry—she'll repay thee well: For she can bid each passion cease And soothe the troubled heart to peace, Can to thy sober wishes yield Contentment's flow'r and Wisdom's shield.