English poem
The Contented Cuckold
by George Colman (1732–1794)
Harry with Johnny's wife intrigues, And all the world perceives it: John forms with Harry such close leagues, Who'd think that he believes it?
Contented Cuckold! but, alas, This is poor Johnny's curse: If he don't see it, he's an Ass; And if he does, he's worse.
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- The Cobler of Cripplegate's Letter to Robert Lloyd, a. M
- THE ELDER BROTHER.
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- The Game at Loo
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