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I lived on Dread—
To Those who know
The Stimulus there is
In Danger—Other impetus
Is numb—and Vitalless—

As 'twere a Spur—upon the Soul—
A Fear will urge it where
To go without the Sceptre's aid
Were Challenging Despair.

Added: 30 Sep 2002 | Last Read: 12 Oct 2008 7:03 PM | Viewed: 5033 times

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