Martial, : the twelve books of Epigrams,.

MARTIAL'S EPIGRAMS

Yes, done, but I have had from you
No little gift my heart to cheer,
You never sent me much, 'tis true;
But nothing came this barren year;
Ah well, your feast will soon be here,
March brings my opportunity,
Then I'll return to you, my dear,
The compliment you've paid to me.

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