Versos English George E. Merkley Now in the bright woodland the sweet birds are singing

English poem

Now in the bright woodland the sweet birds are singing

by (1865–1904)

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Now in the bright woodland the sweet birds are singing, Their notes in soft concord float through the calm air; While in deepest distress now my sad heart is wringing, And ever must throb ’neath a burden of care.