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the Persian's costly pride: The wreaths with bands of linden tied— These, boy, delight me not; Nor where the lingering roses bide Seek thou for me the spot. For me be naught but myrtle twined— The modest myrtle, sweet to bind Alike thy brows and mine, While thus I quaff the bowl, reclined Beneath th' o'erarching vine.