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"Poems on several occasions written by Philomela." In the digital collection Early English Books Online. https://name.umdl.umich.edu/A57734.0001.001. University of Michigan Library Digital Collections. Accessed May 7, 2024.
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THE
Female Passion,
I.
A Thousand great resolves, as greatAs reason could inspire,I have commenc'd; but ah how soonThe daring thoughts expire!
II.
Honour and Pride I've often rouz'd,And bid 'em bravely stand,But e're my charming foe appearsThey cowardly disband.
III.
One dart from his insulting eyes,Eyes I'm undone to meet,Throws all my boasting facultiesAt the lov'd Tyrant's feet.
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IV.
In vain alas, 'tis all in vain,To struggle with my fate,I'm sure I ne're shall cease to love,How much less can I hate!
V.
Against relentless destiny,Hopeless to overcome,Not Sisiphus more sadly strivesWith his Eternal Doom.
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