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1858–1935

“UNDER THE DARK AND PINY STEEP”

William Watson

Under the dark and piny steep We watched the storm crash by: We saw the bright brand leap and leap Out of the shattered sky.

The elements were minist'ring To make one mortal blest; For, peal by peal, you did but cling The closer to his breast.

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“UNDER THE DARK AND PINY STEEP” · William Watson · Poetry Cove