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1793–1864

Song

John Clare

I wish I was where I would be, With love alone to dwell, Was I but her or she but me, Then love would all be well.

I wish to send my thoughts to her As quick as thoughts can fly, But as the winds the waters stir The mirrors change and fly.

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