Skip to content
1850–1894

Broad-gazing on untrodden lands...

Robert Louis Stevenson

Broad-gazing on untrodden lands, See where adventurous Cortez stands; While in the heavens above his head The Eagle seeks its daily bread.

How aptly fact to fact replies: Heroes and eagles, hills and skies. Ye who contemn the fatted slave Look on this emblem, and be brave.

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.
Broad-gazing on untrodden lands... · Robert Louis Stevenson · Poetry Cove