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Harriet Monroe, ed. (1860–1936). The New Poetry: An Anthology. 1917.

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Alice Corbin

WHO was it built the cradle of wrought gold?

A druid, chanting by the waters old.

Who was it kept the sword of vision bright?

A warrior, falling darkly in the fight.

Who was it put the crown upon the dove?

A woman, paling in the arms of love.

Oh, who but these, since Adam ceased to be,

Have kept their ancient guard about the Tree?