John Bartlett (1820–1905). Familiar Quotations, 10th ed. 1919.
Laman Blanhard 1803-1845 John Bartlett
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Sooth ’t were a pleasant life to lead, With nothing in the world to do But just to blow a shepherd’s reed, The silent season thro’ And just to drive a flock to feed,— Sheep—quiet, fond and few! |
Dolce far Niente. Stanza 1. |
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Give me to live with Love alone And let the world go dine and dress; For Love hath lowly haunts…. If life’s a flower, I choose my own— ’T is “love in Idleness.” |
Dolce far Niente. Stanza 4. |