English poem
Reputation
by Mathew Carey (1760–1839)
The purest treasure mortal times afford, Is spotless reputation: That away, Men are but gilded loam, or painted clay. A jewel in a ten-times barr'd-up chest, Is a bold spirit in a loyal breast.
Versos English Mathew Carey Reputation
English poem
by Mathew Carey (1760–1839)
The purest treasure mortal times afford, Is spotless reputation: That away, Men are but gilded loam, or painted clay. A jewel in a ten-times barr'd-up chest, Is a bold spirit in a loyal breast.