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Book I. Ilissus pure devolv'd his tuneful stream In gentler murmurs. From the blooming store Of these auspicious fields, may I unblam'd Transplant some living blossoms to adorn My native clime: while far above the flight Of fancy's plume aspiring, I unlock. The springs of ancient wisdom; while I join Thy name, thrice honour'd! with th' immortal praise Of nature; while to my compatriot youth I point the high example of thy sons, And tune to Attic themes the British lyre.



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