SURE‘ twas by Providence design'd,
Rather in pity, than in hate,
That he should be, like Cupid, blind,
To save him from Narcissus’ fate.
Cookies on Poetry Cove
We use cookies to remember your language preference and — only with your consent — to learn how Poetry Cove is used. You can change your mind any time.
ON A BEAUTIFUL YOUTH STRUCK BLIND WITH LIGHTNING · Oliver Goldsmith · Poetry Cove