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Lover of beauty, walking on the height / Of pure philosophy and tranquil song; / Born to behold the visions that belong / To those who dwell in melody and light; / Milton, thou spirit delicate and bright!
What drew thee down to join the Roundhead throng / Of iron-sided warriors, rude and strong, / Fighting for freedom in a world half night?