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And such was Curran; 'twas a glorious sight To see him when his soul was on its spring, Gifted with all the mighty strength of words, Wit from his lip, and lightning from his eye, Flashing together—scorn enthroned on power— I'd rather have such stirring life as theirs, Who make their own way, and delight to make, Win wealth and honour by their own bright mind, Whose destiny is in itself—than bear The noblest name that ever belted Earl Left honoured to his son—