Versos English Henry Timrod To Rosa ——: Acrostic

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To Rosa ——: Acrostic

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I took a Rosebud from a certain bower, And by its side placed an Orange flower, Then with the Speedwell, blended the perfume And the sweet beauty of an Apple-bloom, And thus, 't is one of the loveliest feats, Is spelled a gentle lady's name in sweets.