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1858–1935

“WELL HE SLUMBERS, GREATLY SLAIN”

William Watson

Well he slumbers, greatly slain, Who in splendid battle dies; Deep his sleep in midmost main Pillowed upon pearl who lies.

Ease, of all good gifts the best, War and wave at last decree: Love alone denies us rest, Crueller than sword or sea.

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“WELL HE SLUMBERS, GREATLY SLAIN” · William Watson · Poetry Cove