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Charles Kingsley - Old And New: A Parable
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See how the autumn leaves float by decaying,
Down the wild swirls of the rain-swollen stream.
So fleet the works of men, back to their earth again;
Ancient and holy things fade like a dream.

Nay! see the spring-blossoms steal forth a-maying,
Clothing with tender hues orchard and glen;
So, though old forms pass by, ne`er shall their spirit die,
Look! England`s bare boughs show green leaf again.

Eversley, 1848.
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