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1882–1950

THE COW

James Stephens

Cow, Cow! I and thou Are looking at each other's eyes You are lying on the grass

Eating every time I pass, And you do not seem to be Ever in perplexity: You are good I'm sure, and not

Fit for nothing but the pot: For your bearing is so kind, And your quietness so wise: Cow, Cow!

I and thou Are looking at each other's eyes.

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