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01c. 1614 AD

He that loves a rosy cheek, Or a coral lip admires, Or from star-like eyes doth seek Fuel to maintain his fires,— As old Time makes these decay, So his flames must waste away.

Thomas Carew / quote

02c. 1614 AD

Then fly betimes, for only they Conquer Love that run away.

Thomas Carew / quote

03c. 1614 AD

An untimely grave.

Thomas Carew / quote

04c. 1614 AD

The magic of a face.

Thomas Carew / quote

05c. 1614 AD

To lead, or brass, or some such bad Metal, a prince's stamp mav add That value, which it never had. But to the pure refined ore, The stamp of kings imparts no more Worth, than the metal held before.

Thomas Carew / quote

06c. 1614 AD

But a smooth and steadfast mind, Gentle thoughts and calm desires, Hearts with equal love combined, Kindle never-dying fires:— Where these are not, I despise Lovely cheeks or lips or eyes.

Thomas Carew / quote